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The story of "Helping Himself" revolves around the character of Grant Thornton, a young man who aspires to rise above his modest circumstances and achieve success. The novel follows Grant's journey as he faces challenges, works hard, and strives to improve his life and social standing. Like many of Alger's works, it promotes the idea that determination, perseverance, and good moral character can lead to personal achievement.Horatio Alger's novels were widely popular during his time and often aimed at young readers. They emphasized the virtues of hard work, honesty, and ambition as the means to overcome adversity and achieve success.If you appreciate stories of self-improvement and personal success and enjoy novels with moral lessons, "Helping Himself; Or, Grant Thornton's Ambition" by Horatio Alger Jr. is a classic work in the genre that continues to resonate with readers who appreciate themes of ambition and character development.