Alfred Moreland: The Would-Be Traveler (1839)

Alfred Moreland: The Would-Be Traveler is a novel written by George Mogridge and first published in 1839. The story follows the adventures of the titular character, Alfred Moreland, a young man who dreams of embarking on a grand tour of Europe. However, his plans are thwarted when his father dies and he is left with a large amount of debt.Determined to still pursue his dream, Alfred sets out on a journey across England to find a way to pay off his debts and fund his travels. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, both helpful and hindering, and learns valuable lessons about life and love.The novel is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of ambition, perseverance, and the pursuit of happiness. It also provides a vivid depiction of life in 19th century England, with detailed descriptions of the landscapes, people, and customs of the time.Overall, Alfred Moreland: The Would-Be Traveler is a charming and entertaining novel that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction and tales of adventure.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.