The Penny Philanthropist: A Story That Could Be True is a novel written by Clara Elizabeth Laughlin and published in 1912. The book tells the story of a young girl named Polly Brewster who, inspired by a lecture on philanthropy, decides to start her own charitable organization. With just a penny as her initial donation, Polly sets out to make a difference in her community, using her creativity and resourcefulness to raise funds and help those in need...