The Jester (1915)

The Jester is a novel written by Leslie Moore and published in 1915. The story takes place in medieval England and follows the life of a young man named Hugh, who is forced to become a jester after his father's death. Hugh is a talented musician and performer, but he struggles to find his place in the world as a jester. He is often ridiculed and mistreated by the nobility, and he becomes disillusioned with his role as a court jester.Despite his struggles, Hugh falls in love with a beautiful noblewoman named Lady Sybilla. However, their love is forbidden, and Hugh must navigate the dangerous political landscape of medieval England to be with her. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including knights, priests, and other jesters.The Jester is a story of love, betrayal, and redemption. It explores themes of class, power, and the role of art in society. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of medieval life and its engaging characters. It is a timeless tale that continues to captivate readers today.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.