Publisher's Synopsis
""A Simpleton"" is a novel written by Charles Reade. The story revolves around a young man named John Huxford, who is born into a wealthy family but is not well-educated. Despite his lack of education, John is a kind and honest person who is loved by many. However, his life takes a turn when he falls in love with a woman named Julia Dodd, who is from a lower social class. Julia's father is a criminal, and her family is seen as disreputable by society. John's family disapproves of his relationship with Julia, and they try to break them apart. As a result, John is forced to choose between his family and his love for Julia. The novel explores themes of love, class, and social status, and it is a poignant portrayal of the struggles of a simple man in a complex world.He then told Lady Cicely there were more reasons than he chose to mention: go he must, and would; and he implored her not to let the affair drop. In short, he was sad but resolved, and she found she must go on with it, or break faith with him. She took her desk, and wrote a letter concluding the bargain for him. She stipulated for half the year's fee in advance. She read Dr. Staines the letter.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.
