The E-Sylum:  Volume 7, Number 31, August 1, 2004, Article 4

A WONDERFUL LITERARY SURPRISE

  Lane Brunner writes: "The end of the day was the same as
  most others. After a warm greeting from my kids following
  work, I noticed a small box with a  familiar label. "How nice,"
  I thought, "a package from Charlie  Davis."  I just purchased
  a copy of Musante's book on the medallic  work of Bolen,
  so I was anticipating a package and reasoned that  Charlie
  just sent it very quickly.

  After dinner and time with the kids, I sat down for a quiet
  read. Much to my surprise, the book was not the anticipated
  one on Bolen's work, but rather a copy Gilboy's book on
  Pillar coinage, "The Milled Columnarios of Central and South
  America. Spanish American Pillar Coinage 1732 to 1772,"
  and the book was number 4 of 500. This was indeed a
  special book, albeit not my special book. Naturally, I
  thought Charlie made a rare shipping error. Now, it's not that
  I naturally assume Charlie makes mistakes; quite the opposite.
  I could not, however, think of any other reason why I would
  have received this wonderful book.

  I sent Charlie a short email telling him of the book and
  asking if I can forward the book to its awaiting new owner. A
  little while later, Charlie returns my message indicating that the
  book was a gift for me and he was asked to send it without
  any paperwork included. I was speechless.

  Since the topic of the book is rather focused and concerns
  an area in which I am attempting to educate myself, it is a
  timely and much appreciated gift.  My literary benefactor
  remains unknown, but is obviously someone who appreciates
  fine numismatic literature. If the kind person who sent me this
  wonderful gift is reading this passage, please know that the
  book will have great use in research and education and will
  be a valued addition to my library. Thank you so very much!"

  Wayne Homren, Editor

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