The incorrigible "bad boy" relates his latest misadventures to the grocery man.

"The Grocery Man and Peck's Bad Boy: Peck's Bad Boy and His Pa, No. 2" by George W. Peck is a delightful comedic novel that offers a humorous glimpse into the misadventures of a mischievous young boy and his exasperated father. In this uproarious sequel, Peck continues the escapades of Peck's Bad Boy, a troublemaking youngster whose antics constantly land him in hot water. Set against the backdrop of everyday life in a small town, the novel follows the hilarious exploits of Peck's Bad Boy as he navigates school, family, and mischief with unparalleled wit and irreverence. Through a series of uproarious escapades and laugh-out-loud moments, Peck captures the timeless humor of childhood rebellion and parental frustration. From practical jokes to petty thefts, Peck's Bad Boy keeps readers entertained with his endless pranks and schemes, much to the dismay of his long-suffering father, the grocery man. With its witty dialogue, memorable characters, and laugh-out-loud humor, "The Grocery Man and Peck's Bad Boy" is a classic of comedic literature that continues to entertain readers of all ages. Peck's masterful storytelling and keen observations of human nature make this novel a timeless treasure that will leave readers chuckling long after they turn the final page.

The incorrigible "bad boy" relates his latest misadventures to the grocery man.

"[...]The next time I catch you in here I shall call the police and have you pulled. Now git!" The boy pulled his ear back on the side of his head where it belonged, took out a cigarette and lit it, and after puffing smoke in the face of the grocery cat that was sleeping on the cover to the sugar barrel he said: "If I was a provision pirate that never sold anything but what was spoiled so it couldn't be sold in a first class store, who cheated in weights [...]".