
VOLUME I - CHAPTER I - Ferdinand Lopez
CHAPTER II - Everett Wharton
CHAPTER III - Mr. Abel Wharton, Q.C.
CHAPTER IV - Mrs. Roby
CHAPTER V - "No One Knows Anything About Him"
CHAPTER VI - An Old Friend Goes to Windsor
CHAPTER VII - Another Old Friend
CHAPTER VIII - The Beginning of a New Career
CHAPTER IX - Mrs. Dick's Dinner Party.—No. I
CHAPTER X - Mrs. Dick's Dinner Party.—No. II
Ferdinand López is a man of impeccable manners and sharp intellect, yet his past is a tightly kept secret. Though he moves effortlessly among dukes, ministers, and society’s elite, he never reveals the humble or obscure roots that might explain his rise. The narrative follows his careful navigation of high‑society circles, where reputation hinges on lineage as much as on achievement.
As whispers about his unknown ancestry circulate, López must balance the pressure to belong with the fear of exposure. The story delves into the psychological weight of hidden origins, the performative nature of respectability, and the subtle power games that shape public life. Listeners are drawn into a world where personal history can be both a weapon and a shield, setting the stage for a compelling exploration of identity and ambition.
Language
en
Duration
~26 hours (1501K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2000-04-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1815–1882
Best known for the beloved Barsetshire and Palliser novels, this Victorian writer combined sharp social observation with a warm, often comic view of everyday life. He was also famously disciplined, producing a remarkable body of work while building a career in the postal service.
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