Aguecheek (1859)

By Charles Fairbanks

Book Overview

Aguecheek is a novel written by Charles Fairbanks and published in 1859. The story revolves around the character of Sir Andrew Aguecheek, a wealthy and foolish man who is constantly seeking the attention and affection of women. The novel is set in the 17th century and takes place in London, where Sir Andrew is trying to find a suitable wife.Throughout the novel, Sir Andrew engages in various comedic and often embarrassing situations as he tries to win the heart of his beloved. His attempts are often thwarted by his own foolishness and the interference of other characters, including a group of cunning women who are trying to deceive him for their own gain.As the story progresses, Sir Andrew begins to realize the true nature of the women he has been pursuing and the foolishness of his own actions. He ultimately learns valuable lessons about love, friendship, and the importance of being true to oneself.Aguecheek is a humorous and entertaining novel that provides a glimpse into the social norms and customs of the 17th century. Fairbanks������� writing style is witty and engaging, and the characters are well-developed and memorable. Overall, Aguecheek is a delightful read for anyone who enjoys classic literature and comedic storytelling.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437475388
• ISBN13: 9781437475388
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"