Tinkers by Paul Harding
"Tinkers" is a novel that explores the life of a dying clock repairman who reflects on his life, his father, and his own sons. The narrative moves through time, providing glimpses into the past, from the protagonist's childhood to his own father's experiences as a tinker selling household goods. The story is a poignant examination of family, memory, and death, set against the backdrop of New England's changing seasons.
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- Published
- 2009
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 191
- Original Language
- English
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(4.3)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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