This is a classic book about Utah rural live. These stories take place in a fictional town called Adenville. It is a typical rural community. It is told from the perspective of the younger brother of The Great Brain. I didn't care for the Great Brain much as he extorted a belt from his younger brother by threatening him with "the silent treatment" and he seemed to misuse others, collecting money to look at their new water closet. His mother was his conscience. However he did rescue two boys from certain death when they were lost in a cave, by figuring out how to get a dog to find them. He also helped a local boy with an accent become a respected member of the community.
The Great Brain redeems himself at the end, repenting of his manipulations and trying to make things right. I guess we all can repent when we make bad choices.
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