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The Unspeakable Gentleman

The Unspeakable Gentleman

Marquand, John P.

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ISBN10: 936809831X
ISBN13: 9789368098317
Publisher: Double 9 Booksllp
Published: Nov 1 2024
Pages: 142
Weight: 0.38
Height: 0.33 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
In The Unspeakable Gentleman, Captain Sheldon, estranged from his wife and son, returns home after years of disgrace. His departure was linked to undisclosed events, and now he faces pursuit by agents of the French Revolution. He finds himself safeguarding a mysterious letter and a spirited young lady, admitting his flaws while recounting a life lived on the edge. With his reputation shattered and wealth lost, he claims to have thrived through cleverness, abandoning the societal values that once condemned him. Despite his turbulent lifestyle, Sheldon retains his physical prowess and continues to inspire loyalty among his crew and respect from a noble French family. His body servant, Brutus, is portrayed as a figure of loyalty, with respect for him serving as a marker of moral character. Marquand's narrative weaves themes of honor, loyalty, and the complexities of societal norms against the backdrop of a brewing revolution, inviting reflections on personal redemption.

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