Eugene and the Friend Machine: A Heartwarming Tale of Unexpected Friendship
In the bustling heart of 1917 Cincinnati, a brilliant boy named Eugene feels a quiet loneliness. With a mind that hums with inventions, he dreams of the perfect companion – one he believes he can build. So begins his ambitious quest to create the ultimate "Friend Machine," meticulously planning every gear, wire, and circuit.
Eugene's search for rare parts leads him far beyond his solitary attic workshop, through the vibrant, forgotten corners of the city. But it's in the most unexpected place that he encounters Elias, a resourceful boy whose street smarts and quiet understanding begin to challenge everything Eugene thought he knew about friendship.
As they work side-by-side, soldering wires and debating designs, something far more valuable than any machine begins to take shape between them. This enchanting short story is a tender exploration of shyness, the courage to connect, and the profound realization that true companionship isn't manufactured, but discovered.
Perfect for reading aloud, "Eugene and the Friend Machine" will touch hearts and spark conversations about empathy, resilience, and the simple, enduring power of human connection.
"I... I don't think we need to finish it... Because... because I already have you. You're the friend I was trying to build. You're... you're perfect."
Discover the magic of a friendship built not by a machine, but by the heart.
ISBN-13
979-8296737397
*Please note that the product image is a digital mockup for illustrative purposes only. The actual book is a paperback edition with a print length of under 100 pages, and the final product may vary slightly in appearance.
Eugene and the Friend Machine: A Heartwarming Tale of Unexpected Friendship
In the bustling heart of 1917 Cincinnati, a brilliant boy named Eugene feels a quiet loneliness. With a mind that hums with inventions, he dreams of the perfect companion – one he believes he can build. So begins his ambitious quest to create the ultimate "Friend Machine," meticulously planning every gear, wire, and circuit.
Eugene's search for rare parts leads him far beyond his solitary attic workshop, through the vibrant, forgotten corners of the city. But it's in the most unexpected place that he encounters Elias, a resourceful boy whose street smarts and quiet understanding begin to challenge everything Eugene thought he knew about friendship.
As they work side-by-side, soldering wires and debating designs, something far more valuable than any machine begins to take shape between them. This enchanting short story is a tender exploration of shyness, the courage to connect, and the profound realization that true companionship isn't manufactured, but discovered.
Perfect for reading aloud, "Eugene and the Friend Machine" will touch hearts and spark conversations about empathy, resilience, and the simple, enduring power of human connection.
"I... I don't think we need to finish it... Because... because I already have you. You're the friend I was trying to build. You're... you're perfect."
Discover the magic of a friendship built not by a machine, but by the heart.
ISBN-13
979-8296737397
*Please note that the product image is a digital mockup for illustrative purposes only. The actual book is a paperback edition with a print length of under 100 pages, and the final product may vary slightly in appearance.