As a teenager, John faces many challenges: bullying from classmates, conflicts with teachers, and the realization of his poverty. However, his love for learning and desire to escape poverty help him overcome these difficulties. He continues his education and becomes a school teacher.
John’s personal life is complicated. He falls in love with a girl from a rich family, but their relationship fails because of social inequality. Later, he marries a simple girl, but this marriage is unhappy.
The novel explores themes like class differences, the struggle for a better life, and the importance of education. Through his struggles and mistakes, John learns about inner strength and honesty. In the end, he decides to dedicate his life to helping others, even though he has faced many personal losses.
This story shows how hard life can be but also how determination and hope can lead to positive change.