The Clockmaker, Or, the Sayings and Doings of Samuel Slick of Slickville.

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Set in the fictional Slickville, this satirical work features Samuel Slick, a charming and witty clockmaker whose sayings and antics reflect the culture and politics of early 19th-century America. The narrative offers a humorous yet insightful commentary on societal norms and the American character during a transformative period. As part of a broader collection, it provides a unique lens on life in the Americas, enriched by the historical context of exploration, expansion, and social issues of the time.