![]() Historical details of the time period - the end of the nineteenth century - really enrich the story, and at times, add to the humor. often does not realize when he is about to be hoodwinked, while the reader chuckles along with Tom, marveling at his audacity and wit.) At times, the author brilliantly uses J.D.'s naivete as an opportunity to reveal information to the reader that the narrator himself does not understand. J.D.'s is the perfect deadpan voice to report matter-of-factly on his brother's exploits. This semi-autobiographical novel of the author's Utah childhood features one of the best narrators in children's literature. Through the eyes of his younger brother, Tom is revealed to be charming, mischievous, and conniving, but deep down a caring and devoted friend. ![]() tells the story of the year his older brother Tom (T.D.) - the self-proclaimed "great brain" and known prankster and con artist - reforms himself. ![]() In the first book of a classic children's series, narrator J.D. ![]()
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