The Clockmaker Or, The Sayings And Doings Of Samuel Slick Of Slickville is a satirical novel written by Thomas Chandler Haliburton. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes told by the character Samuel Slick, a clockmaker from Slickville, Nova Scotia. The novel is set in the early 19th century and follows Slick as he travels throughout the United States and Canada, selling his clocks and observing the people and customs of the regions he visits. Through his witty and humorous observations, Slick offers commentary on a wide range of topics, including politics, religion, and social customs.The book is divided into a series of chapters, each of which features a different story or anecdote told by Slick. Some of the most memorable stories include Slick's encounter with a group of Yankee peddlers, his visit to a Quaker meeting, and his run-in with a group of Canadian lumberjacks.Overall, The Clockmaker is a lively and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on life in 19th century North America. Through the character of Samuel Slick, Haliburton offers a humorous and insightful commentary on the people and customs of the time, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region.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.

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