The Clockmaker: The Sayings and Doings of Samuel Slick of Slickville

Autori

• Thomas Chandler Haliburton

Parametri

• 240 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Canada
• Classici
• Narrativa
• Umorismo

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Set in early nineteenth-century Nova Scotia, the narrative follows a Yankee clock-peddler named Sam Slick as he guides an English gentleman through the region. Through thirty-three sketches, Slick offers sharp observations and humorous insights into the culture and society of the time, blending wit with keen social commentary. This unique perspective captures the essence of both the locale and its people, showcasing the charm and quirks of early Canadian life.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2007

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