Jackanapes
Illustrated by Brock, H. M., Caldecott, Randolph, Tudor, Tasha
A heartwarming Victorian-era novella that tells the story of a spirited and noble boy named Theodore, nicknamed “Jackanapes,” who grows up in a small English village. Raised by his loving aunt after his father’s death in battle, Jackanapes is known for his courage, kindness, and adventurous spirit. His deep friendship with Tony Johnson, a more cautious and humble boy, is central to the tale.
- Publication Date
- 1884
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- Reading level
- Middle Grade
- Content warning
- None
Book tags
- Timeline
- 19th Century
- Culture
- British Isles
- Format
- Chapter Book
- Religion
- Christianity
- Recommended By
- John Senior
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