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The System of the World Chapter Summary & Analysis - Book 6: Chapter 27 Summary

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Book 6: Chapter 27 Summary

Shive Tor

Sir Isaac and Daniel are aboard the hooker, the ship they were pursuing and discover the suspected coiniers have cut loose the anchor. Their men inform them that a heavy box below deck contains a clock that ticks. The hooker gets caught in the backdraft of the tor and drifts toward the flames.

Book 6: Chapter 27 Analysis

Sir Isaac and Daniel realize that the suspected coiniers have planned well in advance and that they have been tricked more than once during the day, eroding their confidence even further. Colonel Barnes joins them below deck to resolve their dilemma and figure out how to disarm the infernal device that they assume is in the ticking box.

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