Ben Howard

Ben Howard: Or The Pedlar And The Publican is a novel written by Ben Howard and first published in 1831. The story follows the life of the titular character, Ben Howard, a pedlar who travels around England selling his wares. Along the way, he meets a variety of people, including a publican (innkeeper) named John White, who becomes his friend and business partner.The novel is set in the early 19th century and provides a vivid portrayal of life in England at the time. It explores themes of friendship, business, love, and social class. Throughout the story, Ben Howard faces various challenges, including financial difficulties and romantic entanglements, but ultimately finds success and happiness.The book is notable for its use of dialect and regional language, which adds to the authenticity of the characters and setting. It also provides a glimpse into the world of itinerant traders and the challenges they faced in making a living.Overall, Ben Howard: Or The Pedlar And The Publican is a charming and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on life in 19th century England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or the social and economic history of the time.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.