The American Baron

By James De Mille

Book Overview

The American Baron is a novel written by James De Mille. The story is set in the 19th century and follows the adventures of a young American man named Harold Vernon, who inherits a title and a large estate in England from a distant relative. Harold travels to England to take possession of his new property, but he soon discovers that the local aristocracy does not welcome him with open arms. They see him as an outsider and a threat to their way of life. Harold is determined to prove himself and win the respect of his peers, but he faces many challenges along the way. He falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Lady Edith, but their relationship is complicated by social conventions and family obligations. Harold also has to deal with a rival for Lady Edith's affections, as well as a mysterious enemy who seems intent on ruining him. The American Baron is a thrilling and romantic tale of ambition, love, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of Victorian England. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the British aristocracy and the challenges faced by outsiders trying to break into their exclusive circle.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: 1163708577
• ISBN13: 9781163708576
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"