Gilbert Gurney (1841)

Gilbert Gurney is a novel written by Theodore Edward Hook in 1841. The story follows the adventures of the titular character, Gilbert Gurney, a young man who is determined to make his way in the world. Gilbert is a charming and witty young man, but he is also something of a rogue. He is always on the lookout for a good time, and he is not above using his charm and wit to get what he wants.The novel is set in London in the early 19th century, and it provides a vivid and detailed portrait of life in the city at that time. The book is full of colorful characters, including Gilbert's friend, Jack Brag, who is a notorious liar and cheat, and Mr. Gabriel Parsons, a wealthy and eccentric businessman who takes a liking to Gilbert.As Gilbert navigates his way through the city, he finds himself involved in a series of adventures and misadventures. He falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Miss Aubrey, but he must compete with a wealthy and powerful rival for her affections. He also becomes embroiled in a number of financial schemes and other shady dealings, which threaten to ruin his reputation and his prospects for success.Despite these challenges, Gilbert remains determined to succeed, and he uses his wit and charm to overcome the obstacles in his path. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about love, friendship, and the importance of honesty and integrity.Overall, Gilbert Gurney is a lively and entertaining novel that provides a fascinating glimpse into life in 19th-century London. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the city or in classic English 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.