The Temple Beau
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The Temple Beau is a novel written by Henry Fielding, an English novelist and playwright, and published in 1730. The story is set in London and revolves around the life of Francis Fickle, a young man who is known for his good looks, wit, and charm. He is also known as the ""Temple Beau"" because he is a law student at the Temple, one of the Inns of Court in London.Francis is a womanizer who enjoys the company of women, but he is not interested in settling down with any of them. He falls in love with a young woman named Arabella, but his love for her is tested when he is forced to choose betwee...
The Temple Beau is a novel written by Henry Fielding, an English novelist and playwright, and published in 1730. The story is set in London and revolves around the life of Francis Fickle, a young man who is known for his good looks, wit, and charm. He is also known as the ""Temple Beau"" because he is a law student at the Temple, one of the Inns of Court in London.Francis is a womanizer who enjoys the company of women, but he is not interested in settling down with any of them. He falls in love with a young woman named Arabella, but his love for her is tested when he is forced to choose between her and his friend, Jack. Jack is in love with Arabella's sister, Charlotte, but he is also in debt and needs Francis's help to pay off his creditors.The Temple Beau is a satirical novel that pokes fun at the social and political issues of the time, including the corruption of the legal system and the hypocrisy of the upper class. Fielding's writing style is witty and humorous, and he uses his characters to comment on the absurdities of society.Overall, The Temple Beau is a lighthearted and entertaining novel that provides a glimpse into the social and political issues of 18th-century England. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature and those interested in the history of England.Val. Would I were.--To shew you I distrust not your Friendship, I'll open my whole Breast to you. I had for almost two Years pursued that other Lady, and after a long Series of Importunity, at last obtain'd her Consent, and To-morrow was the appointed Day. But about a Month since, the Lady whom I told you of in our way from the Park, came hither; that I lik'd her, you'll easily believe; but by frequent Conversation, the Disease possess'd my whole Mind. My Love for her, and Aversion for my former Mistress, encreased daily.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.
