Penguin Persons & Peppermints
- ✓ EPUB — works on Kindle (Send to Kindle) and every reader
- ✓ Download link on screen and in your email
- ✓ Yours forever — no DRM, re-download anytime
Reading a lot? Get all 3831 books for $19.97 →
"Penguin Persons & Peppermints" by Walter Prichard Eaton is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The essays reflect on various aspects of life, drawing on personal experiences and observations, often with a whimsical or humorous tone. Eaton explores themes such as the importance of lightheartedness and companionship, embodied in his concept of "Penguin Persons," those individuals whose whimsical nature makes life more bearable and enjoyable. The opening portion of the book serves as an introduction to the author's perspective on personal essay writing. In his foreword, Eaton reflects on the personal and intimate nature of essays, asserting that they reveal more about the writer's personality than their more formal works. He discusses how even humor and trivialities share value, allowing readers to find common ground and joy in everyday experiences. Through this framework, he sets up the main theme of the collection, emphasizing the significance of such "Penguin Persons"—friends and acquaintances who bring lightness and laughter into one's life, aiding in coping with the seriousness of existence.
This one is part of the wider library — I haven't written a personal review for it yet. It's the same deal as every book here: a clean, complete, Kindle-ready edition for $2.97. The hand-picked shelf has the ones I've reviewed in full.
Will it work on my Kindle?
Yes — Kindle accepts EPUB directly. Email the file to your Kindle address (Send to Kindle) or drag it over USB and it shows up like any other book. The same EPUB works on Kobo, Apple Books, Google Play Books and every reading app.
How do I get the book after paying?
Instantly. After checkout you land on your download page, and the same link is emailed to you so you can re-download anytime, on any device.
Why is Penguin Persons & Peppermints only $2.97?
The book is in the public domain, so the story itself is free to everyone. You're paying for a carefully typeset, proofread edition that looks right on modern readers — and for the curation of picking books actually worth your time.
What if something goes wrong with my download?
Reply to your receipt email and we'll sort it out — resend the files or refund you, whichever you prefer.
