Phil, the Fiddler

The biography explores the life of Horatio Alger, Jr., an influential American writer known for his prolific output of boys' books, which gained immense popularity. Born in Massachusetts and a Harvard alumnus, Alger briefly served as a Unitarian minister before scandal ended his clerical career. He then relocated to New York City to pursue writing full-time, achieving significant success with his novel "Ragged Dick," which marked his entry into the literary world. The book delves into his complex legacy and the themes of perseverance in his stories.