Old Sleuth 1839?-1898 creator text utu 2022 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Nimble Ike, the Trick Ventriloquist: A Rousing Tale of Fun and Frolic" by Old Sleuth is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Ike, who is a skilled ventriloquist, as he navigates a world filled with mystery and adventure following the abrupt departure of his mentor, Uncle Andro. The narrative hints at themes of courage, deception, and the quest for identity, suggesting a thrilling escapade ahead. The opening of the book introduces us to Ike and his mentor in a tenement room, where a tense dialogue unfolds regarding money and Ike's uncertain future. Uncle Andro, possessing a secretive past, leaves Ike with a mysterious box and a few parting words of wisdom before disappearing without a trace. Afterward, Ike helps a struggling widow and her daughter, demonstrating his compassionate nature. However, the storyline quickly escalates into action when he discovers a plot involving abduction and criminal schemes. Curiosity leads him to eavesdrop on criminals, ultimately resulting in his kidnapping, setting the stage for a gripping story filled with suspense and wit, showcasing Ike's determination to survive and outsmart those who threaten him. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2022-01-16 Demian Katz, Craig Kirkwood, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (Images courtesy of the Digital Library@Villanova University.) Originally published: United States: J. S. Ogilvie Publishing Company, 1894 Detective and mystery stories Dime novels Ventriloquists -- Juvenile fiction PZ United States: J. S. Ogilvie Publishing Company, 1894 https://digital.library.villanova.edu/Item/vudl:318983 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67179 https://digital.library.villanova.edu/Item/vudl:318983 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67179 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134542.0 67179