The exciting story about a young boy who organises a junior army while his father is fighting in the Civil War. A very exciting story about heroism, leadership and success. This was Alger's first novel. Courage, honesty, perseverance and application prevail. A great example of personal success story telling from the master, Horatio Alger and a real page turner too! Alger wrote to instil the principle of Strive and Succeed, Personal Growth and Achievement-to attain the American dream. (Amazon)