The Master Of The Hounds (1863)

By Scrutator

The Master of the Hounds is a novel written by Scrutator and published in 1863. The book follows the story of a man named Arthur Hastings, who becomes the master of the hounds at a hunting club in rural England. As he settles into his new role, Hastings becomes embroiled in a web of deceit and intrigue as he uncovers a plot to steal the club's funds.As Hastings delves deeper into the mystery, he discovers that the club's treasurer, Mr. Mordaunt, is behind the theft. Mordaunt, who is also a member of the club, has been embezzling funds for years and has grown increasingly desperate to cover his tracks.As the story unfolds, Hastings finds himself torn between his loyalty to the club and his duty to expose Mordaunt's crimes. With the help of his fellow club members, he devises a plan to catch Mordaunt in the act and bring him to justice.Along the way, the novel explores themes of loyalty, trust, and the consequences of greed. It also offers a glimpse into the world of English hunting clubs in the 19th century, with vivid descriptions of the countryside, the hounds, and the thrill of the hunt.Overall, The Master of the Hounds is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue, with a cast of memorable characters and a satisfying resolution.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: 1120902630
• ISBN13: 9781120902634
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"