Publisher's Synopsis
Michael O'Halloran is a novel written by Gene Stratton-Porter. The story revolves around a young orphan boy named Michael who is living in poverty in the city. Despite his difficult circumstances, Michael is a kind and resourceful boy who is determined to make a better life for himself. He is taken in by a wealthy family who give him a job as a newsboy, and he quickly becomes a valuable member of the community. Along the way, Michael encounters a cast of memorable characters, including a blind girl who he befriends and a wealthy businessman who becomes his mentor. Through his hard work and determination, Michael is able to overcome the challenges he faces and find happiness and success. The novel is a heartwarming tale of perseverance, friendship, and the power of kindness.1915. Stratton-Porter was an American feminist, environmentalist, photographer and one of Indiana's most famous female authors. Many of her writings were moralistic and romantic novels. Michael O'Halloran begins: Aw kid, come on! Be square! You look out what you say to me. But ain't you going to keep your word? Mickey, do you want your head busted? Naw! But I did your work so you could loaf; now I want the pay you promised me. Let's see you get it! Better take it from me, hadn't you? You're twice my size; you know I can't, Jimmy! See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
