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Reed, Talbot Baines
1852
1893
The Adventures of a Three-Guinea Watch
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
"The Adventures of a Three-Guinea Watch" by Talbot Baines Reed is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is told from the unique perspective of a watch, following its journey through various owners and adventures, including its experiences at a boys' boarding school and even its involvement in a battle in India. The novel primarily revolves around the watch's relationship with its various owners, particularly a young boy named Charlie Newcome, who is just beginning his journey in life as he navigates the trials of childhood and school. At the start of the book, the watch reflects on its early days after being purchased and expresses its thoughts about the responsibilities of being a watch. The narrative describes the initial excitement of being sold to a boy and the watch's detailed observations of the boy's family dynamics, highlighting Charlie's vulnerabilities and aspirations as he prepares to leave home for school. The opening chapters establish a whimsical yet profound tone as the watch acquires a personality and a perspective that offers insights into human emotions and interactions, setting the stage for its future adventures alongside Charlie. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Boarding schools -- England -- Juvenile fiction
Schools -- Juvenile fiction
Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
India -- History -- British occupation, 1765-1947 -- Juvenile fiction
Clocks and watches -- Juvenile fiction
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Browsing: Literature
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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