02393cam a22003493u 4500 51966 UtSlPG 20260610134210.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Lefevre, Edwin, 1871-1943 The Last Penny Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-05-02 Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by Google Books "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.) Original publication data not identified Fathers and sons -- Fiction Young men -- Fiction Finance -- Fiction Business -- Fiction Automobile industry and trade -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51966 92800 92800