"Rough and ready; or, Life among New York newspaper boys" is an exciting story about a young hero who is forced to fight the brutality of life on the city streets. New York newspaper boys, forced to fight for every penny, learn to survive and raise true leaders. Author Horaisho Alger presents this story as an important lesson for readers about never giving up in the face of life's challenges. This book will be an important source of inspiration for all who seek the power to fight and win in a harsh world.