02029cam a22003133u 4500 20767 UtSlPG 20260610133459.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Moir, D. M. (David Macbeth), 1798-1851 The Life of Mansie Wauch : Tailor in Dalkeith, written by himself Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-03-07 Transcribed from the 1845 William Blackwood and Sons edition by David Price "The Life of Mansie Wauch" by D. M. Moir is a semi-autobiographical novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative focuses on the life and musings of Mansie Wauch, a tailor in Dalkeith, who provides a vivid account of his experiences, relationships, and reflections on Scottish life and character. The opening of the book introduces Mansie Wauch reflecting on the significance of documenting notable lives, including his own. He humorously recounts aspects of his lineage, touching upon his grandfather's adventures and his father's hard work as a weaver. Mansie's warm recollections of his family and their modest life set the tone, emphasizing a mix of nostalgia and humor as he embarks on recounting his life story, while simultaneously foreshadowing the lessons and experiences he hopes to share with the reader. This blend of humor, humility, and a keen observation of human nature makes the opening engaging and relatable, drawing readers into Mansie's world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Tailors -- Fiction Dalkeith (Scotland) -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20767 62002 62002