Digby Grand V2

Digby Grand V2

George John Whyte Melville

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ensayos literarios
ISBN:
9781436822213
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Digby Grand V2: An Autobiography is a novel written by George John Whyte Melville and published in 1853. The book follows the life of the titular character, Digby Grand, as he navigates the world of horse racing and high society in 19th century England. The novel is written in the form of an autobiography, with Digby Grand recounting his experiences and adventures in his own words. As a young man, Grand becomes involved in the world of horse racing, and quickly rises to become one of the most successful jockeys of his time. Along the way, Grand encounters a variety of colorful characters, including fellow jockeys, wealthy aristocrats, and scheming villains. He also experiences love and heartbreak, as he falls for a beautiful young woman named Lady Alice, only to have their relationship threatened by outside forces.Throughout the book, Melville paints a vivid picture of 19th century England, with its class divisions, social norms, and love of horse racing. He also explores the themes of ambition, love, and betrayal, as Grand navigates the treacherous waters of high society.Overall, Digby Grand V2: An Autobiography is a compelling and entertaining novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era.In Two 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.

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