""John Deane of Nottingham, His Adventures and Exploits"" is a historical novel written by William H. G. Kingston. The book is set during the times of William of Orange and Queen Anne, and follows the story of John Deane, a young man from Nottingham who embarks on a series of adventures and exploits. The novel begins with John Deane's childhood in Nottingham, where he grows up with his father, a skilled blacksmith. As he grows older, John becomes...