Percy Lockhart V1: Or The Hidden Will (1872)

By Francis Willoughby Baxter

Book Overview

Percy Lockhart V1: Or The Hidden Will is a novel written by Francis Willoughby Baxter and first published in 1872. The story follows the titular character, Percy Lockhart, a young man who unexpectedly inherits a large fortune from his uncle. However, the inheritance comes with a catch - Percy must find a hidden will that his uncle left behind before he can claim the full amount. As Percy sets out on his quest to uncover the hidden will, he encounters a variety of obstacles and challenges. Along the way, he is aided by his loyal friends and allies, but also faces opposition from those who seek to prevent him from finding the will. The novel is set in Victorian England and explores themes of inheritance, family, and the pursuit of wealth. It is a classic example of the ""sensation novel"" genre popular at the time, which often featured complex plots and dramatic twists and turns. Overall, Percy Lockhart V1: Or The Hidden Will is an engaging and entertaining read that offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural mores of 19th century England.In Two 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437093973
• ISBN13: 9781437093971
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"