| Author |
Haliburton, Thomas Chandler, 1796-1865 |
| Title |
The Clockmaker — or, the Sayings and Doings of Samuel Slick, of Slickville
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam_Slick
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
This etext was produced by Gardner Buchanan with help from Charles Franks and Distributed Proofers
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| Summary |
"The Clockmaker; or, The Sayings and Doings of Samuel Slick, of Slickville" by Thomas Chandler Haliburton is a collection of humorous anecdotes and observations written in the early 19th century. The book introduces Samuel Slick, a witty and opinionated clockmaker from the United States, who travels through Nova Scotia, offering sharp commentary on local customs, characters, and society. Through a blend of humor and social critique, the narrative reveals Slick's experience and perspective as he engages with the people he encounters. At the start of the book, the protagonist, Samuel Slick, is presented through a series of sketches and an introduction that establishes his character. In his correspondence with Mr. Howe, he expresses dissatisfaction about how his sayings have been presented and published, revealing his strong personality. From there, Slick embarks on a journey where he showcases his love for horses, making pointed observations about his fellow travelers and the local culture. The opening sections include humorous dialogues, illustrations of human nature, and insights into the economy and social dynamics of the areas he visits, setting the stage for a narrative rich in humor and character interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Slick, Sam (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5817 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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