The Temple Beau

The Temple Beau is a novel written by the famous English author Henry Fielding. The story is set in London during the early 18th century and follows the life of a young man named Jack Adams, who is known for his good looks and charm. Jack is a womanizer and spends most of his time socializing with the upper class of society.The novel begins with Jack being expelled from Oxford University for his wild behavior. He then moves to London and starts living with his uncle, who is a lawyer. Jack soon becomes involved in a love triangle with two women, Arabella and Harriet, who are both vying for his attention.As the story progresses, Jack's behavior becomes increasingly reckless and he finds himself in a number of dangerous situations. He becomes involved in a duel, is arrested for debt, and even spends time in prison. Despite these setbacks, Jack remains determined to win the heart of his true love, Harriet.The Temple Beau is a satirical novel that pokes fun at the upper class of society and their frivolous lifestyles. It is also a commentary on the moral decay of society during the early 18th century. Despite its humorous tone, the novel also deals with serious themes such as love, loyalty, and redemption.Val. Would I were.--To shew you I distrust not your Friendship, I'll open my whole Breast to you. I had for almost two Years pursued that other Lady, and after a long Series of Importunity, at last obtain'd her Consent, and To-morrow was the appointed Day. But about a Month since, the Lady whom I told you of in our way from the Park, came hither; that I lik'd her, you'll easily believe; but by frequent Conversation, the Disease possess'd my whole Mind. My Love for her, and Aversion for my former Mistress, encreased daily.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.