The Life of Mansie Wauch by D. M. Moir
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"The Life of Mansie Wauch" by D. M. Moir is a semi-autobiographical novel written in the early 19th century. The story centers around Mansie Wauch, a humble tailor from Dalkeith, as he reflects on his life, family, and the various characters that populate his world. Through his personal experiences, the book paints a vivid picture of Scottish life and culture, interspersed with reflections on societal expectations and personal growth. The opening of
the novel depicts Mansie Wauch setting the stage for his life story, which he believes is quite extraordinary given the modesty of his origins. He mentions his grandfather's colorful past, his family's struggles, and his father's industrious life as a weaver. Mansie introduces his young self, recounting memories shaped by his family's stories and his youthful perceptions of love, community, and the world around him. He reflects on his childhood experiences, including the charm of his grandfather and the innocence of first love, while also hinting at impending life changes and adventures that await him. Through clever humor and an engaging narrative style, the opening chapters invite readers to explore his journey with a blend of nostalgia and curiosity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Moir, D. M. (David Macbeth), 1798-1851 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Hardie, Charles Martin, 1858-1916 |
| Title |
The Life of Mansie Wauch tailor in Dalkeith |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1911 T. N. Foulis edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Tailors -- Fiction |
| Subject | Dalkeith (Scotland) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 23739 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-23739-8 |
| Release Date | Dec 5, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 432 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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