The Young Acrobat
Horatio Alger
Christopher (Kit) Watson is an orphan living with his uncle and cousin, Ralph.
At the time, a circus is visiting Smyrna, and Kit and his friend, Dan Clark, go to watch the acrobats get ready for the show. Because of special lessons Kit is able to try some of the acts and succeeds.
Later in the week, Kit is offered a position at the circus, and after an incident with a blacksmith and a giant, decides to accept it.
Kit has many adventures along the way, and when the season is over has no idea what to do...
...that is until one of his father’s friends appears at his doorstep.
I have read many Horatio Alger books and am somewhat bored of them. They all seem to have the same formula.
Despite his repetitive books he had a slightly interesting life. He tutored many many people including Benjamin Cardozo, who went on to be a supreme court justice.
I recommend you read one or two of his books but not too many!
-Buttercup
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