In this classic tale of rags-to-riches, Horatio Alger tells the story of Jacob Marlowe, a young man who overcomes adversity to achieve success and fortune in the bustling metropolis of New York City. With its themes of hard work, determination, and the power of positive thinking, Five Hundred Dollars remains as relevant today as when it was first published.

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