Bill Pratt: The Sawbuck Philosopher (1895)

By John Sheridan Zelie

Book Overview

""Bill Pratt: The Sawbuck Philosopher"" is a novel written by John Sheridan Zelie and published in 1895. The story follows the life of Bill Pratt, a man who is known in his community as a philosopher and a wise man. Despite his lack of formal education, Bill is respected by many for his insights and his ability to offer advice on a wide range of topics.The novel is set in rural America in the late 1800s and explores the themes of community, family, and the pursuit of knowledge. Through Bill's interactions with his neighbors and his family, the reader is offered a glimpse into the challenges and joys of life in a small town.As the title suggests, Bill is often seen sitting on a sawbuck, a type of sawhorse, deep in thought. His musings on life and the world around him are interspersed throughout the novel, offering the reader a glimpse into his unique perspective on the world.Overall, ""Bill Pratt: The Sawbuck Philosopher"" is a charming and insightful novel that offers a glimpse into life in rural America in the late 1800s. Through the character of Bill Pratt, the reader is offered a unique perspective on the world and the challenges that come with living in a small town.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104625008
• ISBN13: 9781104625009
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"