The Amateur Gentleman

The Amateur Gentleman is a novel written by Jeffery Farnol that was first published in 1913. The story follows the life of a young man named Barnabas Barty, who is the son of a notorious criminal. Despite his father's reputation, Barnabas is determined to make a name for himself as a gentleman and a respectable member of society.As the story begins, Barnabas is living a quiet life in the countryside, but his world is turned upside down when he falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Lady Cleone Meredith. However, their romance is threatened by the arrival of a rival suitor, the wealthy and arrogant Viscount Devenham.Determined to win Lady Cleone's heart, Barnabas sets out on a journey to London, where he hopes to make a name for himself and prove his worth as a gentleman. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including thieves, gamblers, and aristocrats, and finds himself embroiled in a series of adventures and misadventures.As Barnabas navigates the treacherous waters of high society, he must also confront his own past and the legacy of his criminal father. With wit, charm, and a healthy dose of derring-do, he sets out to prove that he is more than just an amateur gentleman, but a true hero in his own right.The Amateur Gentleman is a classic adventure novel that combines romance, suspense, and humor in equal measure. With its vivid characters, thrilling plot, and lush descriptions of life in Edwardian England, it remains a beloved favorite of readers of all ages.""Yes, sir, devilish swell affair, with gentlemen to ride, and Royalty to look on--a race of races! London's agog with it, all the clubs discuss it, coffee houses ring with it, inns and taverns clamor with it--soul and honor, betting--everywhere. The odds slightly favor Sir Mortimer Carnaby's 'Clasher'; but Viscount Devenham's 'Moonraker' is well up. Then there's Captain Slingsby's 'Rascal, ' Mr. Tressider's 'Pilot, ' Lord Jerningham's 'Clinker, ' and five or six others. But, as I tell you, 'Clasher' and 'Moonraker' carry the money, though many knowing ones are sweet on the 'Rascal.' But, surely, you must have heard of the great steeplechase? Devilish ugly course, they tell me.""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.