"A Flat Iron for a Farthing; or, Some Incidents in the Life of an Only Son" is a classic children's book by the famous English author Juliana Horace Ewing. In this work, the author tells about the adventures of the main character - the only son who grows up in a poor environment, but thanks to his ingenuity and ingenuity finds a way out of any situation. The book is full of educational moments, teaches children to appreciate what they have and always look for a way out even in difficult circumstances. This is an interesting and educational fairy tale that fascinates both children and adults with its simplicity and wisdom.