The sporting chance

Mostyn, a young man drawn into the world of racing and society, causes a family rupture by attending the Derby and leaves home to make his own way. He accepts a daring challenge and faces tests of courage, rebellion, and conscience while romantic misunderstandings involve Cicely and Pierce. Confronted by rivalry, temptation, defeat, and a serious accident, he learns from mistakes, makes reparation, and endures recovery. The narrative follows his trials in sport and character, the forging of alliances and enemies, and his eventual restoration as he completes the task that resolves his personal and moral dilemmas.