The Fool Errant the Fool Errant

The Fool Errant is a novel written by Maurice Hewlett, first published in 1895. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Sir John Oxon, who is known for his wit and charm but lacks direction in life. He sets out on a journey across Europe, seeking adventure and love. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful princess, a cunning thief, and a wise old philosopher. Sir John must navigate the dangers and temptations of his journey while trying to find his place in the world. The book is a blend of romance, adventure, and satire, with themes of love, loyalty, and self-discovery. Hewlett's vivid descriptions of the landscapes and characters bring the story to life, making it a classic of English literature.I never credited her with more than charity towards myself; and if I gloried in the fact that I was privileged to love so wondrous a being, the thought humiliated me at the same time. I was conscious of my nothingness before her worthiness, and desperate to fit myself for her high society. A noble rage for excellence possessed me; like any champion or knight of old I strove to approve my manhood, only that I might lay the spoils of it at her sacred feet.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.