A Year Of Nobility

A Year of Nobility is a book written by Henry Van Dyke that tells the story of a young American man named John Ward who travels to Europe in search of adventure and self-discovery. The book is set in the late 19th century and follows John as he makes his way through various European countries, meeting new people and experiencing different cultures.Throughout the book, John encounters a number of noble families and becomes fascinated by their way of life. He begins to question his own values and priorities, and starts to see the world in a new light.As John travels through Europe, he learns about the importance of honor, duty, and loyalty, and begins to understand the true meaning of nobility. He also meets a young woman named Mary, who becomes a close friend and confidante.The book is filled with vivid descriptions of European landscapes and cultures, and is a fascinating glimpse into the world of the European aristocracy during the late 19th century. It is a story of self-discovery, adventure, and the search for meaning and purpose in life.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Ruling Passion: Tales of Nature and Human Nature, by Henry Van Dyke. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417918365.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.