Ned Locksley, The Etonian V2: Or The Only Son

By Richard S. C. Chermside

Book Overview

Ned Locksley, The Etonian V2: Or The Only Son is a novel written by Richard S. C. Chermside. The story revolves around the titular character, Ned Locksley, who is an only child and a student at Eton College. The novel is set in the early 19th century and follows Ned's journey as he navigates through the challenges of growing up and finding his place in the world.Ned's life takes an unexpected turn when his father, a wealthy merchant, passes away, leaving him with a sizable inheritance. This sudden wealth brings its own set of problems, as Ned must learn to manage his newfound fortune while dealing with the expectations of his peers and society at large.Throughout the novel, Ned grapples with issues of class, privilege, and responsibility. He must decide whether to follow in his father's footsteps and become a successful businessman or pursue his own passions and interests. Along the way, he forms friendships and romantic relationships, but also faces betrayal and heartbreak.Overall, Ned Locksley, The Etonian V2: Or The Only Son is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of identity, ambition, and morality. It offers a glimpse into the world of the British aristocracy and the challenges faced by young men of privilege during the 19th century.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: 1163611255
• ISBN13: 9781163611258
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"