Publisher's Synopsis
Bill Pratt: The Sawbuck Philosopher is a novel written by John Sheridan Zelie and originally published in 1895. The story follows the life of Bill Pratt, a simple man who becomes known as the ""Sawbuck Philosopher"" due to his unique insights and observations on life. Bill's wisdom is gained through his experiences as a logger and his interactions with the people he meets along the way. Despite his lack of formal education, Bill's simple yet profound philosophy touches the hearts of those around him and earns him a place of respect in his community. The novel offers a glimpse into the life of the working-class people of the late 19th century and explores themes of friendship, love, and the meaning of life. With its colorful characters and engaging plot, Bill Pratt: The Sawbuck Philosopher is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers over a century after its initial publication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
