"Bound to Rise" is a classic rags-to-riches story by Horatio Alger, a celebrated author of juvenile fiction in the late 19th century. The novel follows the journey of a young protagonist as he navigates the challenges of poverty and strives for success in a bustling and rapidly changing America. Through hard work, perseverance, and unwavering moral character, the hero overcomes obstacles and seizes opportunities, ultimately rising above his humble beginnings. Alger's tales are renowned for their optimistic portrayal of social mobility and the belief that anyone, regardless of their background, can achieve prosperity through diligence and integrity. "Bound to Rise" is a testament to the enduring appeal of the American dream and a captivating read for audiences of all ages interested in historical fiction and stories of personal triumph.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.