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- The Fortunate Foundlings Being the Genuine History of Colonel M——Rs, and His Sister, Madam Du P——Y, the Issue of the Hon. Ch——Es M——Rs, Son of the Late Duke of R—— L——D. Containing Many Wonderful Accidents That Befel Them in Their Travels, and Interspersed with the Characters and Adventures of Several Persons of Condition, In the Most Polite Courts of Europe. the Whole Calculated for the Entertainment and Improvement of the Youth of Both Sexes.
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The Fortunate Foundlings Being the Genuine History of Colonel M——Rs, and His Sister, Madam Du P——Y, the Issue of the Hon. Ch——Es M——Rs, Son of the Late Duke of R—— L——D. Containing Many Wonderful Accidents That Befel Them in Their Travels, and Interspersed with the Characters and Adventures of Several Persons of Condition, In the Most Polite Courts of Europe. the Whole Calculated for the Entertainment and Improvement of the Youth of Both Sexes.
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28 totalTHE - FORTUNATE FOUNDLINGS: - BEING THE - GENUINE HISTORY - OF - Colonel M——RS, and his Sister, Madam DU P——Y, the Issue of the Hon. CH——ES M——RS, Son of the late Duke of R—— L——D - CONTAINING - Many wonderful ACCIDENTS that befel them in their TRAVELS, and interspersed with the CHARACTERS and ADVENTURES of SEVERAL PERSONS of Condition, in the most polite Courts of Europe.
THE FORTUNATE FOUNDLINGS.
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CHAP. VIII.
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A kind-hearted gentleman discovers two abandoned children and, moved by compassion, raises them as his own. Under his guidance the siblings grow into educated, courteous youths, each developing a distinct calling—one drawn toward a life of military service, the other inclined toward the refined world of society. Their early years are marked by modest adventures that showcase the values of generosity, honor, and the strength found in family bonds.
As the younger brother prepares to join the army, the sister encounters a lady of high standing whose vibrant entourage introduces her to the glittering courts of Europe. Through elegant gatherings, secretive conversations, and the occasional misstep, she learns the delicate art of grace while navigating the expectations of her newfound rank. These initial encounters set the stage for a series of spirited journeys that promise both personal growth and instructive examples for youthful listeners.
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The Fortunate Foundlings Being the Genuine History of Colonel M——Rs, and His Sister, Madam Du P——Y, the Issue of the Hon. Ch——Es M——Rs, Son of the Late Duke of R—— L——D. Containing Many Wonderful Accidents That Befel Them in Their Travels, and Interspersed with the Characters and Adventures of Several Persons of Condition, In the Most Polite Courts of Europe. the Whole Calculated for the Entertainment and Improvement of the Youth of Both Sexes. Being the Genuine History of Colonel M——Rs, and His Sister, Madam Du P——Y, the Issue of the Hon. Ch——Es M——Rs, Son of the Late Duke of R—— L——D. Containing Many Wonderful Accidents That Befel Them in Their Travels, and Interspersed with the Characters and Adventures of Several Persons of Condition, In the Most Polite Courts of Europe. the Whole Calculated for the Entertainment and Improvement of the Youth of Both Sexes.
Language
en
Duration
~9 hours (566K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Sheila Vogtmann and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Release date
2004-01-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
About the author
Eliza Fowler Haywood
d. 1756
An early 18th-century English writer, actress, and publisher, she was one of the era’s most prolific literary voices. Best known for popular fiction such as Love in Excess and for The Female Spectator, she helped shape the rise of women’s writing in English.
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