Fool Of April

By Justin Huntly McCarthy

Book Overview

Fool of April is a novel written by Justin Huntly McCarthy and published in 1914. The story is set in England during the early 20th century and revolves around the lives of two young men, Peter Stirling and Jack Dunquerque. Peter is a wealthy and privileged young man who enjoys the finer things in life, while Jack is a struggling journalist who dreams of making a name for himself in the world of literature.The two men become friends and their lives become intertwined as they navigate the social and political landscape of England during this time. They find themselves embroiled in a scandal involving a young woman named Lady Diana Sinclair, who is engaged to Peter but has an affair with Jack.The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, class, and social norms, and provides a vivid depiction of life in England during the early 20th century. McCarthy's writing style is descriptive and engaging, and he creates complex and nuanced characters that are both relatable and compelling.Overall, Fool of April is a captivating novel that offers a glimpse into the world of the English aristocracy and the struggles of those who aspire to join their ranks. It is a story of love and loss, friendship and betrayal, and the enduring power of the human spirit.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: 1167015533
• ISBN13: 9781167015533
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"