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Dickens, Charles
1812
1870
Boz
Dickens, Charles John Huffam
Master Humphrey's Clock
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Master_Humphrey%27s_Clock
Transcribed from the 1914 Chapman & Hall edition of “The Mystery of Edwin Drood and Master Humphrey’s Clock” by David Price
"Master Humphrey's Clock" by Charles Dickens is a novel written during the mid-19th century. The story is narrated by Master Humphrey, a quirky old man who introduces readers to his quiet life in London while also providing a glimpse into the lives of his friends. The narrative weaves elements of memory, companionship, and the passage of time through the device of a clock, which becomes a significant symbol in the book. At the start of the novel, Master Humphrey reflects on his solitary life and his fond attachment to his old clock, which he sees as a companion that shares in his joys and sorrows. He recounts his past experiences, revealing how he came to live a reclusive lifestyle, initially marred by the suspicions of his neighbors. Humphrey’s musings reveal a deep-seated nostalgia, as he recalls the people and times that have shaped him. He introduces his circle of friends, including a deaf gentleman, and hints at the stories and adventures that will unravel over the course of the narrative. This opening establishes the book's tone—reflective, poignant, and warm, while inviting readers to share in the intimacy of Master Humphrey’s world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Historical fiction
England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Gordon Riots, 1780 -- Fiction
Great Britain -- History -- 18th century -- Fiction
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