John Dennis Fitzgerald était renommé pour son art du récit, captivant les lecteurs du monde entier avec des histoires mêlant souvent humour et chaleur. Son œuvre est particulièrement célébrée pour ses narrations captivantes, notamment au sein de ses séries très populaires destinées aux jeunes lecteurs. Fitzgerald a magistralement créé des personnages auxquels on peut s'identifier et des décors qui semblaient vibrants et vivants. Sa capacité à dépeindre les dynamiques familiales et l'ingéniosité enfantine a cimenté son attrait durable dans la littérature.
The eighth and final installment features a classic trickster who stirs up mischief, blending elements reminiscent of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and The Terrible Two series. With a whimsical style that appeals to fans of Roald Dahl, this book promises a delightful and chaotic adventure, showcasing the clever antics of its protagonist.
Wer ›Tom Sawyer‹ mag, wird ›Mein genialer Bruder‹ lieben! In der amerikanischen Provinz vor hundert Jahren: Die drei Fitzgerald-Brüder erleben ein Kleinstadtabenteuer nach dem anderen. Wie findet man zwei verschwundene Jungen in einer unerforschten Höhle? Wie bringt man einen strengen Lehrer zur Vernunft – und Außenseiter ganz groß raus? Wenn J. D. s großer Bruder Tom seine Denkmaschine anwirft, findet er für jedes Problem eine Lösung. Und meistens auch einen Weg, damit Geld zu verdienen. Ziemlich genial, findet J. D.
Originally published in 1969, the second of eight best-selling Great Brain titles continues the story of J. D., a nine-year-old boy living in Utah in 1897, and his older brother Tom, aka The Great Brain, a silver-tongued con artist with a genius for making a profit. New episodes follow Tom as he teaches Britches Dotty how to be a girl, scoops his Papa's own newspaper, and convinces the whole town that there's a prehistoric monster on the loose.
Here's the bestselling guide that teaches aspiring novelists how to employ the 14 structural elements common to all novels. Structuring Your Novel shows you how to employ the techniques used by professional novelists in writing a novel of your own. Fourteen elements of structure--the one found in most successful novels--are described and illustrated through excerpts from seven popular works, ranging from Henry Fielding's epic tale Tom Jones to Harper Lee's modern classic To Kill a Mockingbird. From the very first chapter, the exercises in this book get you started on your own novel and guide you in developing your theme, refining your plot, rounding out your characters, and completing you story.
Blending adventurous spirit with humor, this installment captures the essence of classic tales like The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and the mischievous charm of The Terrible Two series. It's designed to engage readers who appreciate Roald Dahl's whimsical storytelling, offering a delightful journey filled with fun and mischief.
In turn-of-the-century Mormon Utah, The Great Brain struggles to stay reformed now that his friends have threatened to ostracize him if he pulls even one more swindle.
Combining elements of adventure and humor, this series opener appeals to fans of classic children's literature. It merges the mischievous spirit of Tom Sawyer with the playful antics reminiscent of The Terrible Two, creating an engaging narrative filled with fun and excitement. The book is also ideal for readers who enjoy the whimsical storytelling style of Roald Dahl, promising a delightful experience for young readers.
Die Geschichte des Vaters und Bruders des Autors, zwei Iren, die sich in einer Silberminenstadt im Mormonengebiet niederließen, und wie sie allmählich den Respekt und die Freundschaft der Mormonen gewannen.
