It is laughable for many of us to imagine that we could buy a pony ride, ten minutes of parking time, three jawbreakers or perform repairs with a penny. We can't imagine it, but many of our older generation can. In fact, they do not have to imagine. They remember. Drawing on her experiences, interviews and research, Harris recounts stories of the Canadian penny that are both heartwarmingly nostalgic and pragmatic. little copper pennies portrays adventures of the soon-to-be-eliminated coin and its once-upon-a-time worth in trade and pastimes. Yet this book is more than just memories. It is a legacy with a message. Through the debates and facts, the author not only hones in the riches-to-rags life of the penny steeped in Canadian history, her experience as a school teacher also motivates us to acquire knowledge, to remember and to acquaint the new generations of the little coin's power. You'll be moved by the stories, conveyed to the past, and inspired to appreciate the penny through new eyes.
Little Copper Pennies: Celebrating the Life of the Canadian One-Cent Piece (1858-2013)
Little Copper Penny is sad because all the other coins say pennies are worthless. Luckily Grandpa Wheat--who has been around for a very long time--knows just how Little Copper Penny feels and exactly what to say to cheer him up!
"A penny cannot buy what it once used to, but the little coin adds meaning to everyday living and language.
The authors skillfully convey the intuition that underlies their rigorous analysis. All those intrigued by monetary history will recognize this book for the standard that it is.
The Adventures of Abe: An Autobiography of a Copper Penny
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This enchanting little book is for the 'occult curious'.
“You little shit, do you want this shiny copper penny? ... Now, now you understand your master, you little hairy son ofa bitch. ... Well, if you want more little copper pennies, you'll just have to suffer through it.
About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work.
Brilliant proof. Uncirculated. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work.