Gilbert Midhurst (1859)

""Gilbert Midhurst"" is a novel written by Charles F. Howard and first published in 1859. The story follows the life of the titular character, Gilbert Midhurst, a young man who is orphaned at a young age and raised by his wealthy uncle. Despite his privileged upbringing, Gilbert is drawn to a life of adventure and decides to leave his comfortable life to travel the world.Throughout his travels, Gilbert encounters a variety of people and experiences, including pirates, native tribes, and even a love interest. However, his adventures also lead him into dangerous situations, and he must use his wit and resourcefulness to survive.As Gilbert's journey unfolds, he begins to question his own identity and place in the world. He grapples with the idea of whether he truly belongs in the upper echelons of society or if he is more suited to a life of exploration and discovery.""Gilbert Midhurst"" is a classic adventure novel that explores themes of identity, class, and the human spirit. It is a thrilling and engaging read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.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.