The Clock
The Clock by Pam Fong, published by Union Square Publishing in 2025, is a 40-page nonfiction work that explores the beauty and magic of second chances. Set in early twentieth-century Paris, the narrative centers around the Gare d’Orsay, a remarkable train station known for its stunning architecture and innovative electric trains. At the heart of this bustling hub was a magnificent clock, essential for the station’s operations, until changing times led to its abandonment.
Readers will find a poignant account of the clock’s journey from a vital part of the station to its transformation into the world-class Musée d’Orsay. This book presents themes of resilience and nostalgia, inviting reflection on the enduring nature of beauty and memory. Through its artful storytelling, The Clock emphasizes that there is always time for second chances, making it a thoughtful addition to discussions about family life and friendship.
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An artful nonfiction ode to the beauty and magic of second chances.
In early twentieth-century Paris, a new train station–the Gare d’Orsay–was a marvel to everyone who saw it. With stunning architecture and the first trains to be powered by electricity, the station welcomed the world. At the heart of the station was a brilliant clock that hung high above the crowds.
The clock was essential in keeping the station humming. It was as beautiful as it was important. Until it was not.
Paris expanded and soon outgrew the station. The crowds moved elsewhere, and the clock was abandoned. But memories are strong, and a love of beauty remains.
In this poignant account of the transformation of a Paris train station into the world-class Musée d’Orsay (Orsay Museum), Pam Fong invites readers to experience the decades-long journey of a resilient clock, and to discover a lasting truth–there is always time for second chances.
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