Publisher's Synopsis
The Clockmaker Or, The Sayings And Doings Of Samuel Slick Of Slickville is a novel written by Thomas Chandler Haliburton. The book is a collection of humorous anecdotes, stories, and observations about life in Nova Scotia, Canada, in the early 19th century. The protagonist of the book, Samuel Slick, is a clockmaker from Slickville, who travels around the province, selling his wares and observing the people and customs of the region. Through his travels, Slick encounters a variety of characters, including politicians, farmers, and businessmen, and he shares his opinions on a wide range of topics, from politics and religion to love and marriage. The book is known for its witty and satirical style, and it provides a unique glimpse into the social and cultural life of early 19th-century Canada.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.
