Horace Templeton: An Autobiography (1849)

Horace Templeton: An Autobiography is a novel written by Charles James Lever and published in 1849. The book is a fictional autobiography of the eponymous Horace Templeton, a young man from Ireland who travels to London to make his fortune. The novel follows Horace's journey as he navigates the social and political landscape of London, and eventually becomes a successful businessman and member of parliament. Along the way, Horace encounters a cast of colorful characters, including politicians, socialites, and members of the criminal underworld. The book is a satirical commentary on the social and political climate of mid-19th century England, and Lever's writing is known for its wit, humor, and sharp observations of human nature. Overall, Horace Templeton: An Autobiography is a lively and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on Victorian society.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.