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100 1 _aShackleton, Robert,
_d1860-1923
245 1 4 _aThe Story of Fifty-Seven Cents
246 1 _aThe Story of 57 Cents
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-07-31
505 0 _aThe story of the sword -- The beginning at old Lexington -- The story of fifty-seven cents -- His power as a preacher -- Gift for inspiring others.
508 _aProduced by D Alexander, Juliet Sutherland, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"The Story of Fifty-Seven Cents" by Robert Shackleton is a heartfelt account that weaves together elements of biography and inspirational narrative, likely written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and profound impact of Russell H. Conwell, a pastor and speaker known for his motivational abilities and the founding of Temple University. It specifically highlights the touching story of how a little girl's savings of just fifty-seven cents became the catalyst for funding a new church and serves as a testament to the power of community and the impact of small contributions. In the narrative, Conwell recalls how, during his leadership of a struggling congregation in Philadelphia, a young girl expressed her desire to contribute to the church's growth by saving money. Unfortunately, she passed away before she could see her dream realized. In a moment of inspiration, this humble act of saving led to a significant movement within the church, motivating the congregation to donate more and ultimately accomplish the ambitious endeavor of building a large church. The fifty-seven cents symbolizes not only the beginnings of a physical structure but also the broader idea of community support and the belief that even the smallest contributions can lead to great things. Shackleton’s portrayal of Conwell emphasizes the importance of hope, dedication, and the ability to inspire others, making the book an uplifting read for anyone interested in stories of faith, community, and personal empowerment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aConwell, Russell H., 1843-1925
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36917
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