Publisher's Synopsis
""A Lad of Kent"" is a historical novel written by Herbert Harrison and published in 1914. The story is set in the 16th century and follows the life of a young boy named Dickon who lives in Kent, England. Dickon is a hardworking and honest lad who dreams of becoming a successful farmer like his father. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he is accused of stealing a valuable ring from a wealthy landowner. Despite his protests of innocence, Dickon is sentenced to death and is forced to flee for his life. Along the way, he meets a group of rebels who are fighting against the corrupt government and joins their cause. Together, they embark on a dangerous mission to overthrow the ruling class and bring justice to the people of Kent. The novel is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of justice, loyalty, and bravery. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and political climate of 16th century England and provides an inspiring portrayal of a young boy's fight for freedom and justice.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.
