Gypsy and Ginger

"Gypsy and Ginger" by Eleanor Farjeon is a whimsical novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around two quirky characters, Gypsy and Ginger, who navigate their new life together after getting married. The narrative explores their endearing relationship, filled with humor, imagination, and a cast of intriguing friends. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Gypsy and Ginger—not by their true names but by the whimsical monikers they come to embody. Their chance meeting leads to a quick engagement and marriage, which sets the stage for their honeymoon and subsequent decisions about keeping house. The opening chapters present a delightful mix of playful language and charming scenarios, such as Gypsy’s lively antics as he tries to enjoy their honeymoon at an amusement park, and Ginger's amusing desire to design fashionable clothing. This playful tone continues as they ponder their future together, discussing whimsical professions and sharing laughter as they take the first steps into married life with an imaginative spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Eleanor Farjeon was an English author of children's stories and plays, poetry, biography, history and satire.