A Rogue's Conscience (1899)

A Rogue's Conscience is a novel written by Scottish author David Christie Murray and originally published in 1899. The story follows the life of the main character, Jack Farnleigh, a young man who is born into a life of privilege but is also a bit of a rogue. Jack is known for his wild and reckless behavior, which often lands him in trouble.Despite his reputation, Jack is a kind-hearted and sensitive individual who struggles with his conscience. He is torn between his desire for adventure and his sense of responsibility to his family and society. Along the way, Jack falls in love with a woman named Ethel, who helps him to see the error of his ways and encourages him to live a more virtuous life.The novel explores themes of morality, redemption, and the struggle between one's desires and responsibilities. It also provides a glimpse into the social norms and expectations of the late 19th century, particularly among the upper classes.Overall, A Rogue's Conscience is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers readers a glimpse into the complexities of human nature and the challenges of living a virtuous life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.