My Lord Duke (1897)

My Lord Duke is a novel written by Ernest William Hornung and first published in 1897. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the character of Duke Ayresford, a wealthy and influential member of the English aristocracy. Duke Ayresford is a man of many talents and interests, but he is also a notorious womanizer and gambler.The novel opens with Duke Ayresford returning to London after a long absence. He is immediately drawn back into the high society circles that he left behind, and he quickly becomes embroiled in a scandal involving a young woman named Molly. Despite his reputation, Duke Ayresford is genuinely interested in Molly and wants to help her, but his efforts are complicated by the interference of his scheming cousin, Lady Mildred.As the story progresses, Duke Ayresford finds himself caught up in a web of deceit and betrayal, as Lady Mildred and her associates try to manipulate him for their own ends. Along the way, he must navigate the complexities of high society, confront his own weaknesses and flaws, and ultimately decide where his loyalties lie.My Lord Duke is a fascinating portrait of the English aristocracy in the late 19th century, and a compelling exploration of the themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal. With its vivid characters, intricate plot, and richly detailed setting, this novel is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and classic literature.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.