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The pencil

Book • 2008
In 'The Pencil', Allan Ahlberg and Bruce Ingman tell the tale of a pencil that brings a boy named Banjo and his world to life through drawing.

As the pencil's creations become more demanding, it draws a paintbrush to add color and an eraser to correct mistakes, leading to a series of humorous and suspenseful events.

The story explores themes of creativity and problem-solving in a whimsical and engaging way.

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Mentioned by Al Roth when discussing the complexity of a pencil's creation and the role of money in mediating its production.
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