King Or Knave? V1 (1888)

""King Or Knave? V1"" is a novel written by Robert Edward Francillon and published in 1888. The story is set in the 18th century and revolves around the life of a young man named Richard Esmond, who is torn between two worlds. Richard is the illegitimate son of a nobleman and a commoner, and he struggles to find his place in society. As he grows older, Richard becomes embroiled in a complex web of political intrigue and personal relationships. He falls in love with a beautiful woman named Lady Sophia, but their relationship is threatened by the machinations of a powerful and ruthless politician named Lord Chesterfield. As Richard navigates the treacherous waters of court politics, he must also confront his own identity and decide whether he wants to be a king or a knave. The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of life in 18th century England, and it explores themes of love, power, and identity. Overall, ""King Or Knave? V1"" is a gripping historical novel that will appeal to fans of classic literature and historical fiction.In Three Volumes.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.