Nimble Ike, the Trick Ventriloquist: A Rousing Tale of Fun and Frolic by Old Sleuth
"Nimble Ike, the Trick Ventriloquist: A Rousing Tale of Fun and Frolic" by Old Sleuth is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Ike, who is a skilled ventriloquist, as he navigates a world filled with mystery and adventure following the abrupt departure of his mentor, Uncle Andro. The narrative hints at themes of courage, deception, and the quest for identity, suggesting
a thrilling escapade ahead. The opening of the book introduces us to Ike and his mentor in a tenement room, where a tense dialogue unfolds regarding money and Ike's uncertain future. Uncle Andro, possessing a secretive past, leaves Ike with a mysterious box and a few parting words of wisdom before disappearing without a trace. Afterward, Ike helps a struggling widow and her daughter, demonstrating his compassionate nature. However, the storyline quickly escalates into action when he discovers a plot involving abduction and criminal schemes. Curiosity leads him to eavesdrop on criminals, ultimately resulting in his kidnapping, setting the stage for a gripping story filled with suspense and wit, showcasing Ike's determination to survive and outsmart those who threaten him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Author | Old Sleuth, 1839?-1898 |
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Title | Nimble Ike, the Trick Ventriloquist: A Rousing Tale of Fun and Frolic |
Original Publication | United States: J. S. Ogilvie Publishing Company,1894. |
Note | Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
Credits | Demian Katz, Craig Kirkwood, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (Images courtesy of the Digital Library@Villanova University.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
Subject | Dime novels |
Subject | Ventriloquists -- Juvenile fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 67179 |
Release Date | Jan 16, 2022 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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