Jack's Two Sovereigns by A. S. Fenn

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Author Fenn, A. S. (Annie S.), 1857-1893
Title Jack's Two Sovereigns
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Summary "Jack's Two Sovereigns" by A. S. Fenn is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the Kayll family, particularly focusing on Jack, a fourteen-year-old boy, as they navigate the struggles of poverty, family dynamics, and moral growth in their daily lives." The opening of the book introduces us to the Kayll family during a lively evening at their home, filled with the usual sibling bickering and domestic responsibilities. The family, though poor and often quarreling, exhibits a strong undercurrent of love and support for one another. Jack is portrayed as a mischievous boy who enjoys teasing his younger brother, Jem, while doing his part to help the family financially. As the narrative unfolds, we see hints of deeper issues, such as their father's struggles at work and the implications of being impoverished, which come into play. Meanwhile, Jack's good intentions become complicated when his actions—rooted in a desire to surprise his father—lead to a series of unfortunate events that highlight the family's ongoing battle with poverty and adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kindness -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Poverty -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Families -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Parent and child -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Theft -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Responsibility -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Quarreling -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 59313
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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