| Author |
Lefevre, Edwin, 1871-1943 |
| Title |
The Last Penny
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by Google Books
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| Summary |
"The Last Penny" by Edwin Lefevre is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Thomas Leigh, a recent college graduate who is confronted with the harsh realities of adulthood and responsibility after coming to terms with his strained relationship with his father. The opening chapters introduce Tommy as he reflects on his carefree college days and prepares for the challenges that await him at home, particularly a serious talk with his father about finances and expectations. At the start of the book, Tommy's life takes a significant turn as he wrestles with the revelation of his father's financial struggles, which complicates his transition into adulthood. The narrative captures Tommy's feelings of confusion and discomfort as he learns about the sacrifices his father made for him, including a deceptive financial history that has implications for Tommy's future. The opening sets the stage for Tommy's determination to prove himself, as he acknowledges the debt he owes for his upbringing and embarks on a journey to redefine his identity and establish independence in Dayton, Ohio. The mix of personal introspection and evolving family dynamics suggests a deeper exploration of themes such as sacrifice, love, and the quest for self-worth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Fathers and sons -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Young men -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Finance -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Business -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Automobile industry and trade -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
51966 |
| Release Date |
May 2, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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