Horatio Alger Jr.’s “Driven From Home” chronicles the life of a young child named Dick Hunter. He’s got to leave his family and his home because of money problems. With a mission to support himself, Dick sets out on a hazardous, hunger-filled, and impoverished journey. Alger’s timeless message of perseverance, bravery, and hard work is evident in this exciting account of resiliency and independence.