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Sweep You Across for a Penny, Ma’am: Stories from St. John’s and Beyond is a new collection of stories from columnist Tom Furlong. This compilation includes tales about his life in the city, his travels throughout Newfoundland as a customs officer, and his involvement in sports and the scouting movement. In it, the author records a wealth of details on the social fabric of his beloved city and province.

Review Quotes

"The author, a 94-year-old resident of St. John's, vividly creates aspects of St. John's (particularly pre-Confederation St. John's) in a clear, well-written style with humour, humility, and wit."

    Canadian Book Review Annual

 

"This is a very entertaining, well-written book that preserves many of the old stories of the past."

    The Telegram

 

"Tom Furlong's unique brand of humour comes shining through in this collection of light-hearted stories set in Newfoundland."

    Downhome

 

"Entertaining and educational . . ."

    Canadian Screenwriter

 

"His quick brand of humour and inquiring mind shines through in Furlong's latest collection . . ."

    The Telegram

Read an excerpt from Sweep You Across for a Penny, Ma'am