Episodes in the life of a teenage thief from Nipigon, Ontario, who lies, cheats and steals his way out of poverty. Nominated for the Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour.
Formatted Contents Note: Passiondale -- The widower Leibowietz -- Goodbye, stranger -- The death of Dr. Hook -- The tallest man in America -- The dangle -- A two-car funeral -- The museum of garbage -- The Duchess -- The golden hour -- The grifters -- The fortress of twelve -- When I was your age -- War balloons -- Please play again.