The Terrible Twins (eBook, ePUB) - Jepson, Edgar
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The twins are living in relatively straightened circumstances, as their father has died, and get up to all kinds of mischief, while being governed by their own set of values. The children, however, have little dread of poverty, for when ever they desire a luxury, such as a bicycle, or a fur stole for their mother’s Christmas present, they devise some means to raise the necessary funds, and they stop at nothing from inducing a rich great-aunt to endow a home for cats to poaching for pheasants, and no matter what they do they always come out victorious, even when it comes to making or marring…mehr

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The twins are living in relatively straightened circumstances, as their father has died, and get up to all kinds of mischief, while being governed by their own set of values. The children, however, have little dread of poverty, for when ever they desire a luxury, such as a bicycle, or a fur stole for their mother’s Christmas present, they devise some means to raise the necessary funds, and they stop at nothing from inducing a rich great-aunt to endow a home for cats to poaching for pheasants, and no matter what they do they always come out victorious, even when it comes to making or marring marriages. „The Terrible Twins” is written in a bright and amusing style and the author has indeed drawn upon a vivid imagination to think of all the scrapes and escapades in which the terrible twins are involved.
Autorenporträt
Edgar Jepson (1863–1938) was an English author, best known for his contribution to the genre of adventure and detective fiction during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was born in Edgbaston, Birmingham, and educated at Balliol College, Oxford. After leaving Oxford, he pursued writing as his primary career, navigating the changing literary landscapes of his time. Jepson's style often reflected his fascination with the whimsical and the peculiar, traits that found a home in his popular novel 'The Terrible Twins' which showcased his adeptness for creating humorously idiosyncratic characterizations and engaging dialogues. The book embodies the adventures and mishaps of siblings, contributing to the tradition of children's literature with an endearing touch of escapism and fantasy. Jepson was versatile in his literary pursuits and was also involved in the editing of journals such as Vanity Fair. He engaged with contemporary literary figures like Ford Madox Ford and contributed to the development of the genre known as 'invasion literature' with his novel 'The Raid of The Motor-Boat.' His work often interwove social commentary with entertainment, reflecting the socio-cultural dynamics of the Edwardian era. Although not as widely recognized today, Jepson's influence on the adventure and detective stories of his time remains a testament to his skill as a storyteller.