The Prelude To Adventure (1914)

The Prelude to Adventure is a novel written by Hugh Walpole and published in 1914. The book tells the story of a young man named David Claridge, who is sent to Egypt by his father to work on the family's plantation. While there, David becomes involved in a number of adventures, including a battle with Bedouin raiders, a love affair with a beautiful woman, and a journey into the heart of the desert. Along the way, David learns about the culture and history of Egypt, as well as the dangers and challenges of life in the desert. The book is a thrilling and romantic adventure story that captures the spirit of the early 20th century, when explorers and adventurers were pushing the boundaries of what was possible. It is a classic work of English literature that has stood the test of time and continues to be enjoyed by readers around the world.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.