The Little Engine That Could

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JayD Because children (and adults) are expected to know what the ‘Little Engine That Could’ refers to, because one hears the term frequently used. Merciful…moreBecause children (and adults) are expected to know what the ‘Little Engine That Could’ refers to, because one hears the term frequently used. Mercifully, it’s very short, although unadulterated saccharine. (less)
JayD If you mean ‘Does it refer to a real incident?’, the answer is no. We’ll have to wait until they fit trains with A.I. before they start deciding wheth…moreIf you mean ‘Does it refer to a real incident?’, the answer is no. We’ll have to wait until they fit trains with A.I. before they start deciding whether to pull a load or not.(less)
JayD You can listen to it on YouTube. Otherwise, there is currently a (used) copy on eBay for $2.99 including shipping, and plenty more on various used boo…moreYou can listen to it on YouTube. Otherwise, there is currently a (used) copy on eBay for $2.99 including shipping, and plenty more on various used book sites for only a little more. (less)

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