Guy Rivers

Guy Rivers: Or A Boy�������s Struggles In The Great World is a novel written by Alfred Elwes and published in 1862. The story revolves around the life of a young boy named Guy Rivers who faces numerous struggles in his journey to become a successful man in the world. The novel is set in the mid-19th century in England and follows Guy's life from his childhood to his adulthood.The book begins with Guy's early life in a small village where he is raised by his mother and grandfather. Guy's father, a sailor, died when he was young. Guy's grandfather, who is a retired soldier, trains him in various skills, including shooting and riding. However, Guy is not content with the life in the village and dreams of making a name for himself in the world.As a teenager, Guy leaves the village and goes to London to seek his fortune. He faces numerous challenges in the city, including poverty, hunger, and homelessness. However, he is determined to succeed and eventually lands a job as a clerk in a law firm. He works hard and rises through the ranks, eventually becoming a successful lawyer and marrying a wealthy woman.The novel explores various themes, including the struggles of a young boy in a big city, the importance of hard work and determination, and the challenges of social mobility. It also provides a glimpse into the social and economic conditions of mid-19th century England.Overall, Guy Rivers: Or A Boy�������s Struggles In The Great World is a classic novel that offers an engaging and inspiring story of a young boy's journey to success in the face of adversity.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.