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A lively romantic comedy set in Italy, Jean Webster’s “Jerry Junior” follows an American tourist whose playful impersonation sparks a whirlwind of mistaken identities, cultural mishaps, and unexpected love.
Main Category: Romance
About the Book:
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Jerry Junior
Never before in the history of his connection with the Hotel du Lac had Gustavo experienced such a munificent, companionable, expansive, entertaining, thoroughly unique and inexplicable guest.”
Jerry Junior is a witty romantic novel by American author Jean Webster, first published in 1907.
Set in the idyllic Italian village of Valedolmo, the story follows Jermyn Hilliard Jr., a restless young American who stumbles into a playful scheme to impersonate a nobleman.
His antics lead to a series of humorous misunderstandings, especially when he crosses paths with the clever and spirited Constance, whose own secrets rival his.
With sparkling dialogue and charming mischief, Webster crafts a tale that dances between comedy and courtship.
In this classic of early 20th-century American fiction, Webster masterfully blends engaging discourse with a playful narrative style.
Jerry Junior is a lighthearted Edwardian gem that captures the whimsy of travel, the thrill of mistaken identity, and the timeless appeal of love found in unexpected places.
Over a century later, readers still delight in its clever twists and vibrant characters, making it a perfect escape for fans of vintage fiction and feel-good storytelling.
This beautifully formatted Pastime Joy Publishing edition of Jerry Junior preserves Jean Webster’s original text, spelling, and style, offering today’s readers the authentic voice and humor that made her works beloved more than a century ago.
Special Features:
Crafted with care and formatted with attention to detail, this edition offers a luxurious reading experience designed for your comfort and enjoyment.
Printed in a clear, easy-to-read 12-point font with generous margins on cream paper, it provides a visually pleasing and immersive journey through the pages.
Beautifully bound with a captivating cover design, this book is one to treasure—a timeless classic you will enjoy for years to come!
About the Author:
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Jean Webster
Alice Jane Chandler “Jean” Webster (1876–1916) was an American novelist and playwright famed for youthful heroines who grow in wit, conscience, and spirit.
Born in Fredonia, New York, she studied at Vassar College and during her student years drew on her experiences in boarding schools and orphanages—later weaving them into novels like Just Patty and her signature Daddy-Long-Legs.
Deeply committed to social causes, she supported women’s suffrage, institutional reform, and education.
Webster died shortly after childbirth, yet left a body of work that remains beloved for its humor, moral heart, and insight into adolescence.
