Description

Master Humphrey's Clock is a novel written by Charles Dickens and published in 1840. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part being the most well-known. It tells the story of Master Humphrey, an old man who lives in London and is the owner of a clock that hangs in his parlor. The clock is a special one that has a small door that opens every hour to reveal a small figure that tells a story. Master Humphrey spends his days reading and listening to the stories that the clock tells. He has a group of friends who come to visit him regularly, and they all sit around the clock and listen to the stories together. Over time, the group becomes like a family, and they share their own stories and experiences with each other.The second and third parts of the book focus on different characters and their stories. These parts are not as well-known as the first, but they still offer a glimpse into the lives of people living in Victorian England.Overall, Master Humphrey's Clock is a charming and heartwarming book that offers a unique look at life in 19th century England. It is a must-read for fans of Charles Dickens and anyone interested in historical fiction.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.