Sir Andrew Wylie of That Ilk is a novel written by John Galt and first published in 1822. The story follows the life of Andrew Wylie, a young man from Scotland who travels to London to seek his fortune. He becomes involved in various schemes and adventures, including a fraudulent business venture and a romantic relationship with a wealthy woman.Throughout the novel, Galt explores themes of social class, ambition, and morality. He also provides a vivid portrayal of life in 19th century Scotland and London, including the political and economic climate of the time.The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume focusing on Wylie's early life and his journey to London. The second volume follows his continued adventures and eventual return to Scotland.Overall, Sir Andrew Wylie of That Ilk is a compelling and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on Scottish and English society in the early 19th century.In Three 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.