The Old Church Clock by Richard Parkinson
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About this eBook
| Author | Parkinson, Richard, 1797-1858 |
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| Contributor | Wordsworth, William, 1770-1850 |
| LoC No. | 07004453 |
| Title | The Old Church Clock |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | This etext was transcribed by Les Bowler |
| Summary | "The Old Church Clock" by Richard Parkinson is a fictional work likely written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around an elderly man's reflections on his life as he narrates his experiences while becoming acquainted with the titular old church clock in Manchester. His reminiscences delve into his childhood in the Northern countryside, rich with personal anecdotes and observations on the contrasting lifestyles he has encountered throughout his life. The opening of the book establishes a charming and somewhat nostalgic narrative voice as the protagonist encounters a familiar character at the old church clock. This character reveals his lifelong relationship with the clock, emphasizing the role it has played in his life over the decades. Through their interaction, the elderly man begins to recount his formative years filled with both joy and hardship, starting from his birth in a tranquil lake district setting to his formative experiences at school. These reflections set the stage for a deeper exploration of character development, societal observations, and the intertwining of personal history with broader themes in the fabric of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Subject | Walker, Robert, 1710-1802 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61587 |
| Release Date | Mar 8, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 85 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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