The Cash Boy, written by Horatio Alger Jr., is a classic rags-to-riches tale set in nineteenth-century America. The story follows Frank Fowler, an orphaned boy living in the countryside with his adoptive grandmother and little sister Grace. After the grandmother's death, Frank courageously moves to New York City, where he secures a position as a cash boy in a large dry goods store. Through honesty, industry, and perseverance, he earns the respect of his employers and gradually rises despite hardship and treachery. Eventually, Frank discovers his true parentage and inherits a fortune, proving that virtue and determination lead to success.
