Dumbbell Of Brookfield (1919) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781167100291)

""Dumbbell of Brookfield"" is a novel written by John Taintor Foote and published in 1919. The story is set in Brookfield, a small town in New England, and follows the adventures of a young man named Jimmy Day. Jimmy is a bit of a goofball and is often referred to as the ""dumbbell"" of the town. Despite his reputation, Jimmy is determined to prove himself and make something of his life. One day, Jimmy discovers that his father has been keeping a secret from him - he is actually the heir to a large fortune. Excited by the prospect of newfound wealth, Jimmy sets out to claim his inheritance. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful young woman named Cynthia, a group of con artists, and a wealthy businessman who wants to marry Cynthia for her family's money. As Jimmy navigates the twists and turns of his newfound wealth, he must also confront his own shortcomings and learn to stand up for himself. With humor and heart, ""Dumbbell of Brookfield"" is a classic tale of self-discovery and the pursuit of happiness.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Taintor Foote
ISBN-10: 1167100298
ISBN-13: 9781167100291
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 274
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.26lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d