Jacob Two-Two

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This article is about the Books written by Mordecai Richler. For the TV series, see Jacob Two-Two (TV series).

Jacob Two-Two is a character in a trilogy of books written by Canadian author Mordecai Richler. Jacob is the youngest child of five and has to say things twice because people don't hear him the first time. The first book in the series has twice been filmed, in 1978 and in 1999, the latter film starring Gary Busey. The trilogy has inspired an animated TV series produced by Nelvana. In the USA, this show recently made its debut on qubo.

The character is said to have been inspired by Jacob Richler, the author's youngest son.

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Jacob Two-Two

A 6-year-old boy that cannot ride a two-wheel bike, or cut bread, or cross the street, or run errands for his parents. He is the main character of the books.

Mr. Dinglebat

Jacob's next door neighbour is an international spy. Jacob later helps Mr. Dinglebat and his agent Intrepid (a hamster) on top secret missions.

Morty

Jacob's dad, the writer of the popular "Amazing Ronald" books. He is said to be based on Mordecai Richler, father of Jacob Richler and author of the Jacob Two-Two books. He's fairly laid back.

Noah and Emma

Jacob's older twin brother and sister respectively. The two of them are avid readers and wrestling fans, but they don't take Jacob seriously and treat him like a nuisance who can't keep up with them. They form a superhero team known as "Child Power" and refer to themselves as O'Toole (Noah) and Shapiro (Emma). They pick on Jacob a lot.

Marfa

Jacob's oldest sister, who is short tempered but very smart. She and Jacob argue a lot, she is proud of his achievements and they care about each other.

Daniel

Jacob's oldest brother, the epitome of cool in Jacob's eyes. He treats Jacob like of a nuisance at times, but also seems to take him more seriously than Noah, Emma, and Marfa. He likes music, especially classics like the Beatles.

Florence

Jacob's mother, who takes everything in a stride.