I was, until a few weeks ago, entirely unaware that Mordechai Richler had written anything for children whatsoever. It turns out that not only did he write Jacob Two-Two Meets the Hooded Fang but other books about Jacob Two Two, who is evidently the subject of a television series as well.
What a world.
chazak, chazak, v’nitchazek,
-Vardibidian.
When I was a kid, this was one of my favorite books, one of my favorite books.
Me too! Of course, since I’m actually named Jacob (and could identify with a child who had certain obsessive-compulsive tendencies) it was an obvious fit.
I wonder if, now that Jacob is the most popular name for infant boys, these books will enjoy a comeback?