Publisher's Synopsis
Oakleigh V3: Or The Minor Of Great Expectations is a novel written by W. H. M. Holmes and published in 1843. The book revolves around the life of the protagonist, Oakleigh, who is a young man with great expectations. The story is set in the early 19th century and takes place in England.Oakleigh is a minor who inherits a large fortune from his father. He is sent to London to be educated and to learn the ways of society. There, he meets a variety of characters, including the wealthy and influential Mr. Wilmot, who takes him under his wing and introduces him to the upper echelons of society.As Oakleigh navigates the complexities of high society, he becomes embroiled in a web of deceit and betrayal. He discovers that many of the people he thought he could trust are not what they seem, and he must learn to navigate these treacherous waters if he is to succeed.The novel explores themes of ambition, greed, and betrayal, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of high society in 19th century England. It is a gripping tale of one man's struggle to find his place in the world and to overcome the challenges that stand in his way.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.
