The complete online text of The Attaché; or, Sam Slick in England — Volume 01 by Thomas Chandler Haliburton.

Thomas Chandler Haliburton (1796-1865) was a Canadian judge and author who is chiefly known for his humorous sketches and essays. He was also the first Canadian writer to achieve a significant international reputation. Born in Windsor, Nova Scotia, of lo...

While Thomas Chandler Haliburton does not deserve the title often given him by early reviewers of his work, "the father of American humor," he is certainly a central figure in the formation of an American humorous character and approach. His creation, "S...

All his life, Thomas Chandler Haliburton was proud of being a second-generation Nova Scotian. Haliburton's grandfather William H. Haliburton, a New England planter, settled in Nova Scotia in 1761. The grandfather's early fortunes were somewhat checkered....

Bobcat, a construction mainstay for nearly 50 years, has upgraded its UTV line to include a new front-based implement receiver. The 2300 series is Bobcat's attempt to move beyond its roots in the construction business. With this model, it hopes to attract "nurseries,...

Heather should have been happy. For the first time in her five years of life, she was living with parents who promised to love her and protect her forever. Molly and Miles Shaeffer of Lancaster adopted her into their family to be their...