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The Great Brain follows an enterprising student at a strict Catholic boarding school as he navigates the challenges of school life. He uses daring exploits and various money‑making schemes to outwit teachers and classmates alike, turning the rigid environment into a playground for cleverness and adventure.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: John Dennis Fitzgerald
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