Simon the Jester

""Simon the Jester"" is a novel written by William J. Locke. The story follows the life of Simon de Gex, a man who is born into a wealthy family in the 19th century. Despite his privileged upbringing, Simon is not content with the life that has been laid out for him and decides to become a jester. He travels across Europe, performing for audiences and gaining fame for his wit and humor.As Simon's popularity grows, he becomes involved in a love triangle with two women, one of whom is engaged to another man. Simon must navigate the complexities of his relationships while also dealing with the pressures of his newfound fame.The novel explores themes of love, identity, and the pursuit of happiness. It is a humorous and heartwarming tale that will captivate readers with its charming protagonist and witty dialogue. ""Simon the Jester"" is a timeless classic that has entertained readers for over a century.1911. A novel by the British author. This is one of 28 works by Locke available from Kessinger Publishing.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.