The Prodigal Rake - William Hickey - Bog

The Prodigal Rake: Memoirs Of William Hickey is an autobiographical book written by William Hickey. The book is a fascinating account of the life of a young man who lived in the 18th century. Hickey was a member of the British upper class and lived a life of luxury and excess.The book is divided into three parts. The first part describes Hickey's childhood and his early years in London. The second part of the book focuses on Hickey's time in India, where he worked for the East India Company. The third and final part of the book describes Hickey's return to London and his life as a socialite.Throughout the book, Hickey provides vivid descriptions of the people he met and the places he visited. He also provides a candid account of his own personal struggles, including his addiction to gambling and his numerous affairs with women.The Prodigal Rake: Memoirs Of William Hickey is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of the British upper class or the social history of 18th century England. It provides a unique insight into the life of a young man who lived a life of excess and indulgence, but who also struggled with his own personal demons.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.