Aunt Jane's Nieces at Work

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Aunt Jane's Nieces at Work

by L. Frank (Lyman Frank) Baum

EN·~4 hours

Chapters

Description

In a bustling New York apartment, the spirited Patsy Doyle bursts onto the scene with a letter that could change everything for her friend Kenneth, a young man newly thrust into the rough‑and‑tumble world of local politics. Over waffles and lively banter, her family—Uncle John, the affable Major, and the ever‑observant Aunt Jane—listen as she recounts Kenneth’s anxieties about facing a powerful incumbent. The conversation quickly turns from light‑hearted teasing to the serious stakes of a campaign, hinting at the mix of ambition, loyalty, and the occasional misstep that will test the close‑knit circle.

Meanwhile, the nieces of Aunt Jane, each with distinct talents and quirks, begin to involve themselves in the unfolding drama, from sketching political cartoons to planning community gatherings that might sway public opinion. Their youthful energy collides with the town’s entrenched traditions, promising both comic mishaps and heartfelt moments. Their enthusiasm soon uncovers a web of small misunderstandings and unforeseen obstacles, reminding them that good intentions can lead to tangled results.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (264K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Afra Ullah and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Release date

2004-08-03

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

L. Frank (Lyman Frank) Baum

L. Frank (Lyman Frank) Baum

1856–1919

Best known for creating the magical world of Oz, this American writer mixed fairy-tale wonder with humor, adventure, and a very modern sense of imagination. His stories have delighted children for generations and helped shape fantasy as we know it.

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