The Daltons; Or, Three Roads In Life. Volume II (of II)

"The Daltons; Or, Three Roads In Life. Volume II" by Charles James Lever, is a tale set against the backdrop of early 20th-century society, where characters like Lord Norwood and Count Trouville find themselves entangled in a web of relationships, duels, and expectations. Beginning with a tense duel, the story explores themes of honor, tension, and comedy through misunderstandings and anxious confrontations, such as the unwilling involvements of Scroope Purvis. The mounting frustrations and near-mishaps create a lively and comedic atmosphere, highlighting the characters' struggles within a world governed by rigid societal norms and their own personal shortcomings.