"Mr. Fortescue: An Andean Romance" by William Westall is a story placed in the opening decades of the 1800s, where an Essex village is abuzz with hunting season excitement and the arrival of Mr. Fortescue, a rich outsider shrouded in mystery. The book follows Geoffrey Bacon, a local drawn into the orbit of the aloof Mr. Fortescue as he attempts to unravel the man's past. The initial chapters paint a vivid picture of community life as preparations for the Essex Hunt get underway. Mr. Fortescue's striking appearance and reserved nature spark rumors and intrigue. As Bacon's interest grows, he has a series of encounters with Fortescue, revealing hints of opulence and buried secrets, promising adventure and exploration into the unknown.
Mr. Fortescue: An Andean Romance
By William Westall
Amidst the excitement of an Essex village hunt, a young man becomes captivated by a wealthy stranger with a veiled history, setting off a chain of events that promise mystery.
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William Bury Westall was an English novelist born in Old Accrington, Lancashire, England.
William Bury Westall was an English novelist born in Old Accrington, Lancashire, England.
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