""Robert Dalby and His World of Troubles: Being the Early Days of a Connoisseur (1865)"" is a novel written by Henry Merritt. The story revolves around the titular character, Robert Dalby, as he navigates the challenges of life as a young connoisseur in the mid-19th century. The novel is set in England and follows Robert's journey as he tries to establish himself in the world of art and culture. Robert is a young man with a passion for the arts, but he is also plagued by personal and financial troubles. He struggles to make a name for himself in a world that is dominated by wealthy and established connoisseurs.As Robert tries to build his reputation, he encounters a variety of characters, both good and bad. He falls in love with a young woman named Mary, but their relationship is threatened by the interference of others. Robert also has to contend with a rival connoisseur who will stop at nothing to discredit him.Throughout the novel, Robert learns valuable lessons about life and love. He discovers that success is not just about talent and hard work, but also about perseverance and the ability to overcome obstacles. ""Robert Dalby and His World of Troubles"" is a compelling and entertaining novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of art and culture in the mid-19th century. It is a story of love, ambition, and the pursuit of excellence that will appeal to readers of all ages.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.