Publisher's Synopsis
""Merton: Or Three's Many A Slip Twixt The Cup And The Lip"" is a novel written by Theodore Edward Hook and published in 1800. The story follows the life of Merton, a young man who is orphaned at a young age and sent to live with his wealthy uncle. Merton is initially welcomed by his uncle and his family, but soon finds himself at odds with them over his desire to marry a woman who is not of their social class.As Merton struggles to navigate the complicated social hierarchy of his uncle's world, he becomes embroiled in a series of misunderstandings and miscommunications that threaten to ruin his reputation and his chances of ever marrying the woman he loves. Along the way, Merton learns valuable lessons about the importance of honesty, integrity, and perseverance in the face of adversity.Written in a lively and engaging style, ""Merton: Or Three's Many A Slip Twixt The Cup And The Lip"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the social mores and customs of early 19th century England. It is a timeless tale of love, ambition, and the struggle to find one's place in the world, and is sure to captivate readers of all ages and backgrounds.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.
