"Bound to Succeed; or, Mail Order Frank's Chances" by Allen Chapman is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Frank Newton, a determined young man navigating the challenges of life after a loss of family fortune. With a strong desire to improve his circumstances, Frank dreams of starting a successful mail-order business and is committed to making his dreams a reality despite the numerous obstacles he faces. The opening of the book introduces Frank as he expresses his fervent desire to better his family's situation following a series of unfortunate events. He has recently returned home after a period of hardship and is frustrated by the legal challenges they face with their former property. Frank's unwavering resolve to take control of his own destiny is evident as he contemplates new opportunities. The narrative sets the stage for his entrepreneurial spirit, hinting at a journey filled with challenges, resourcefulness, and ethical decisions as he begins to explore the mail-order business model while also dealing with antagonists from his past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)