Jerry's Family: A Story of a Street Waif of New York is a novel written by James Otis and published in 1895. The story revolves around Jerry, a young boy who is forced to survive on the streets of New York City. Jerry is an orphan who has no family, no home, and no one to care for him. He spends his days begging for money, stealing food, and sleeping in alleyways. Despite his difficult circumstances, Jerry is a resourceful and resilient young boy...