Publisher's Synopsis
Percy Mallory V1 is a novel written by James Hook and first published in 1824. The story follows the life of the title character, Percy Mallory, a young man who is determined to make a name for himself in the world. The novel is set in the early 19th century and explores themes of love, ambition, and social class.Percy is the son of a wealthy merchant, but he is not content to simply inherit his father's fortune. Instead, he sets out to make his own way in the world and become a successful businessman. Along the way, he meets and falls in love with a young woman named Emily, who comes from a much lower social class than he does.As Percy works to build his business empire, he faces a number of challenges and setbacks. He must navigate the treacherous waters of the business world, deal with jealous rivals, and overcome his own doubts and fears. Meanwhile, his relationship with Emily is tested by the social barriers that separate them.Despite these obstacles, Percy remains determined to achieve his goals and win Emily's love. The novel is a gripping tale of ambition, romance, and perseverance, set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world.In Three Volumes.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.
