
A sun‑kissed cottage nestled among winding vines, silver‑oaks and blooming roses sets the stage for a world where meadow‑wide dandelions, buttercups and clover paint the hills in color. The air hums with birdsong, while fragrant honeysuckle and apple blossoms peek through windows, creating a charmingly tranquil backdrop that feels both timeless and inviting.
Into this peaceful scene tumble twin brothers, identical in look and habit, known to neighbors as the “Jimmyjohns.” Dressed in matching frocks, striped stockings and feather‑tipped hats, they ride quirky wooden saw‑horses on a bustling journey to Boston, intent on trading for oranges. Their lively banter, boundless energy, and mischievous camaraderie promise a series of delightful escapades that capture the wonder of childhood adventure.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (302K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
United States: James R. Osgood and Company, 1877, pubdate 1878.
Credits
Bob Taylor, Steve Mattern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2023-06-08
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1821–1904
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