The Little Engine that Could
The Little Engine That Could by Watty Piper. The Complete original edition, copyright 1976. Hardcover. Book is approximately 8.25 inches by 7.25 inches. The Little Engine That Could is an illustrated children's book that became widely known in the United States after publication in 1930 by Platt & Munk. The story is used to teach children the value of optimism and hard work.