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My Lord Duke

By E. W. Hornung
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A rough‑mannered new head of the family is transplanted into fashionable society, where relatives, admirers, and critics alternately try to tame, profit from, or enjoy his oddities. A series of episodic scenes—formal calls, sporting mishaps, a found kitten, anonymous letters, a celebrated night that produces misunderstanding, and cases of mistaken identity—generate comic tension and romantic complications. The narrative traces attempts at reforming behavior, contests over reputation and inheritance, and the slow reshaping of social expectations through humor, loyalty, and domestic negotiation.

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E. W. Hornung

E. W. Hornung was an English author best known for his creation of the character A. J. Raffles, a gentleman thief and cricketer. His most notable work, "A Thief in the Night," showcases Raffles' adventures and has contributed significantly to the genre of crime fiction. Hornung's writing often blends elements of humor and suspense, reflecting the social mores of his time. In addition to his Raffles stories, he wrote novels such as "A Bride from the Bush" and "Dead Men Tell No Tales," which further demonstrate his versatility as a storyteller. His works remain a part of the literary heritage of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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