The Misled General is a novel written by Eaton Stannard Barrett and published in 1808. The book is a satirical and mock-heroic romance that follows the story of General John Jolly, a military leader who is misled by his own arrogance and vanity. The novel is set in the early 19th century and takes place in England during the Napoleonic Wars. General Jolly is a proud and pompous man, who believes that he is destined for greatness. However, his arrogance...