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Goin' on Fourteen
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HumorClassic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025686370
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 392
Weight: 1.21
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Goin' on Fourteen is a delightful and nostalgic collection of stories that captures the essence of American boyhood at the turn of the century. Written by the celebrated humorist Irvin S. Cobb, the work follows the life and escapades of John C. Calhoun Custer Junior, affectionately known as Juney, as he navigates the pivotal year before his fourteenth birthday. Set against the backdrop of a small Kentucky town, the narrative explores the universal experiences of youth-from schoolhouse pranks and neighborhood rivalries to the simple, profound joys of summertime exploration.
Through a series of interconnected vignettes, Cobb masterfully portrays the trials and triumphs of growing up. Whether dealing with the local bully, attempting to avoid chores, or experiencing the first flickers of adolescent independence, Juney's adventures are told with warmth and a keen eye for human nature. The book serves as a vivid time capsule of a bygone era, blending gentle satire with a deep affection for the landscape and culture of the South. Goin' on Fourteen remains a classic of American humor, offering readers a charming and humorous look at the timeless journey from childhood to the cusp of maturity.
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