Publisher's Synopsis
Gilbert Gurney is a novel written by Theodore Edward Hook and published in 1841. The story follows the life of the titular character, Gilbert Gurney, a young man who is determined to make his fortune in London. Gilbert is a charming and witty individual who quickly gains popularity among the upper-class society.As Gilbert navigates the social scene in London, he becomes involved in a series of humorous and often ridiculous situations. He falls in love with a wealthy heiress, but his attempts to win her over are constantly thwarted by her overbearing father. Gilbert also becomes embroiled in a scheme to defraud a wealthy man, but his conscience ultimately gets the better of him.Throughout the novel, Hook offers a satirical commentary on the social customs and class structures of Victorian England. He uses Gilbert's experiences to highlight the absurdity and hypocrisy of the upper-class society, while also celebrating the wit and charm of the working class.Gilbert Gurney is a lively and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on Victorian society. Its humorous tone and engaging characters make it a classic of English literature that still resonates with readers today.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.
