Wanted - Paul Leicester Ford - Bog

""Wanted: A Chaperon"" is a novel written by Paul Leicester Ford. The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the story of a young woman named Marjorie Wetherell who is in need of a chaperon to accompany her on a trip to Europe. Marjorie's father, a wealthy businessman, insists on finding a suitable chaperon for his daughter to ensure her safety and reputation.The story takes a twist when Marjorie's father hires a man named Jack Durham to be her chaperon instead of a woman. Jack is a former soldier who is rough around the edges and not the typical chaperon that Marjorie or her father had in mind. Despite their initial reservations, Marjorie and Jack form a close bond during their journey across Europe.As they travel, Marjorie and Jack encounter various challenges and obstacles, including a group of thieves who try to rob them, and Marjorie's father who disapproves of her relationship with Jack. The book explores themes of love, trust, and societal expectations.Overall, ""Wanted: A Chaperon"" is a captivating novel that takes readers on a journey through Europe while exploring the complexities of relationships and societal norms.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.