Pelham: Or, Adventures of a Gentleman

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Focusing on the life of young dandy Henry Pelham, the narrative unfolds his escapades within high society, highlighting his cleverness and charisma. The satirical tone captures Pelham's encounters and the moral challenges he faces, offering a humorous yet insightful commentary on the social dynamics of the time. Through his adventures, the novel critiques the superficiality and excesses of the elite, making it a witty exploration of character and society in the early 19th century.