The Twin Ventriloquists; or, Nimble Ike and Jack the Juggler by Old Sleuth
"The Twin Ventriloquists; or, Nimble Ike and Jack the Juggler" by Old Sleuth is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book centers on two talented ventriloquists, Nimble Ike and Jack the Juggler, who find themselves engaging in various adventures as they use their remarkable vocal skills to outsmart others and uncover mysteries. With a mix of humor and strategy, the story is set against a backdrop of deception
and intrigue, promising an entertaining read for fans of clever escapades. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Nimble Ike, a skilled ventriloquist known for his pranks and ability to mimic voices with impressive accuracy. During a visit to the Metropolitan Museum, an unexpected occurrence leads him to suspect that another ventriloquist is in his presence, igniting a competitive spirit in him. Through a series of amusing interactions, including a mock duel of ventriloquism with a mysterious youth nearby, the stage is set for adventures that intertwine the lives of Ike and Jack as they encounter strange characters and comedic situations steeped in the art of ventriloquism. The opening chapter establishes not only the protagonists but also hints at the playful and unpredictable nature of their journey ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Old Sleuth, 1839?-1898 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Twin Ventriloquists; or, Nimble Ike and Jack the Juggler A Tale of Strategy and Jugglery |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Demian Katz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (Images courtesy of the Digital Library@Villanova University (http://digital.library.villanova.edu/)) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Twins -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Friendship -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Uncles -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Dime novels |
| Subject | Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Diligence -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Success -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Charity -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Theft -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Misers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Ventriloquists -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43765 |
| Release Date | Sep 18, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 78 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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