William Allan Neilson Boeken

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A classic, set during the Napoleonic wars, giving a satiricl picture of a worldly society and revolving around the exploits of two women from very different backgrounds.

The narrator reflects on their lack of noble status and the societal expectations of being a gentleman. During a visit to Edinburgh, they explore the Herald's office, revealing a wealth of lineage and titles, yet they feel disconnected from this world of honors. This introspection highlights themes of identity, social class, and the pursuit of recognition, emphasizing the narrator's humility and sense of exclusion from the aristocratic elite.