Publisher's Synopsis
Harry Lee: Or Hope For The Poor is a novel written by an unknown author and published by Harper and Brothers in 1859. The story follows the life of Harry Lee, a young boy from a poor family in New York City. Despite his difficult circumstances, Harry is determined to succeed and make a better life for himself and his family.Through hard work and determination, Harry manages to secure a job as a clerk in a law firm. He quickly rises through the ranks and becomes a respected lawyer, helping other poor families in the city. Along the way, he falls in love with a young woman named Mary, but their relationship is threatened by the social and economic divisions of their time.The novel explores themes of social justice, poverty, and the power of education and hard work to overcome adversity. It also touches on issues of class and race, as Harry faces discrimination and prejudice from those who view him as an outsider.Overall, Harry Lee: Or Hope For The Poor is a heartfelt and inspiring story of one young man's journey to overcome the odds and achieve his dreams. It is a testament to the human spirit and a reminder that with determination and perseverance, anything is possible.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
