
In this lively tale of youthful mischief, the siblings Pip and Pipette spend their days exploring a mysterious consulting room that seems to hold an endless array of oddities—a green‑handled “oven door,” wooden trumpets that won’t play, and a curious tap called the Filter. Their playful investigations are guided by the bemused adult figures around them, especially the stern but caring “Father” who drifts in and out, leaving the children to their imaginative games. From daring breath‑holding contests to secret missions involving apples and whispered messages, the duo’s curiosity drives the story forward with humor and warmth.
As they navigate the quirks of their surroundings, Pip and Pipette’s bond is tested and deepened, revealing the tender dynamics of sibling rivalry and cooperation. Their adventures offer a snapshot of a carefree, yet formative, childhood where every ordinary object becomes a source of wonder, setting the stage for the growth and self‑discovery that will follow.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (421K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Ernest Schaal, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2010-10-26
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1876–1952
Best known for warm, witty stories of school life and for the hugely popular wartime book The First Hundred Thousand, this Scottish writer built a wide readership with novels, plays, and light comedy. He also served in the army, and that experience shaped some of his most memorable work.
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