Only an Irish Boy

The book ‘Only an Irish Boy’ is written by Horatio Alger. ‘Only An Irish Boy’ is a novel that comes about the life of Andy Burke. As an Irish immigrant in New York City, Andy faces adversity and strives to overcome poverty. Alger’s signature theme the ‘Horatio Alger myth’ is at play here a young man works hard to escape his situation, often through extraordinary acts of bravery or honesty.