Dudley

Dudley: A Novel is a historical fiction book written by Curtis Yorke and published in 1888. The novel follows the life of the titular character, Dudley, a young man who grows up in a wealthy family in England during the mid-19th century. Despite his privileged upbringing, Dudley is restless and yearns for adventure and a deeper meaning in life. As he comes of age, Dudley becomes involved in various romantic relationships, including a passionate affair with a married woman. He also becomes embroiled in political intrigue and social issues of the time, such as the plight of the working class and the struggles of women for equal rights. Throughout the novel, Dudley grapples with his own identity and purpose, questioning the values and beliefs of his upbringing and seeking to find his own path in life. The book explores themes of love, class, gender, and personal growth, and provides a rich portrait of Victorian England. Overall, Dudley: A Novel is a compelling and thought-provoking work of historical fiction that offers a nuanced and complex portrayal of a young man's journey to self-discovery in a rapidly changing 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.