Jasper Shrig Mysteries Series by Jeffery Farnol

He who hath Imagination is blessed or cursed with a fearful magic whereby he may scale the heights of Heaven or plumb the deeps of Hell. "I went at a good, round pace, being determined to cover as much distance as possible ere dawn, since I felt assured that so soon as my indomitable aunt Julia discovered my departure she would immediately head a search party in quest of me; for which cogent reason I determined to abandon the high road as soon as possible and go by less frequented byways... moreHe who hath Imagination is blessed or cursed with a fearful magic whereby he may scale the heights of Heaven or plumb the deeps of Hell. "I went at a good, round pace, being determined to cover as much distance as possible ere dawn, since I felt assured that so soon as my indomitable aunt Julia discovered my departure she would immediately head a search party in quest of me; for which cogent reason I determined to abandon the high road as soon as possible and go by less frequented byways. A distant church clock chimed the hour and, pausing to hearken, I thrilled as I counted eleven, for, according to the laws which had ordered my life hitherto, at this so late hour I should have been blissfully asleep between lavender-scented sheets. Indeed my loved aunt abhorred the night air for me, under the delusion that I suffered from a delicate chest; yet here was I out upon the open road and eleven o'clock chiming in my ears. Thus as I strode on into the unknown I experienced an exhilarating sense of high adventure unknown till now. It was a night of brooding stillness and the moon, high-risen, touched the world about me with her magic, whereby things familiar became transformed into objects of wonder; tree and hedgerow took on shapes strange and fantastic; the road became a gleaming causeway whereon I walked, godlike, master of my destiny. Beyond meadow and cornfield to right and left gloomed woods, remote and full of mystery, in whose enchanted twilight elves and fairies might have danced or slender dryads peeped and sported. Thus walked I in an ecstasy, scanning with eager eyes the novel beauties around me, my mind full of the poetic imaginations conjured up by the magic of this midsummer night, so that I yearned to paint it, or set it to music, or write it into adequate words; and knowing this beyond me, I fell to repeating...." less

Jeffery Farnol's 'Peregrine's Progress' is a captivating historical novel set in 18th-century England. Farnol's rich prose and vivid descriptions bring the era to life, immersing readers in a world of romance, adventure, and intrigue. The novel follows the journey of a young man named Peregrine, who must navigate the complexities of society while staying true to his own values and beliefs... moreJeffery Farnol's 'Peregrine's Progress' is a captivating historical novel set in 18th-century England. Farnol's rich prose and vivid descriptions bring the era to life, immersing readers in a world of romance, adventure, and intrigue. The novel follows the journey of a young man named Peregrine, who must navigate the complexities of society while staying true to his own values and beliefs. Farnol's storytelling is both engaging and thought-provoking, making 'Peregrine's Progress' a compelling read for fans of historical fiction. The novel's exploration of themes such as love, loyalty, and morality adds depth to the narrative, making it a timeless classic in the genre. less

Jasper Shrig is a sort of a nineteenth century Sherlock Holmes. Thrilling events follow each other with the starling rapidity of machine gun fire on a still night. The hero’s villainous Uncle is found with a dagger run through his throat. Shrig is almost strangled to death in a subterranean passage. A ghost walks. Young David, the hero, knocks out several Goliaths with his American trained fists, and beautiful girls are often in peril of their virtue.

336 page hardback

Historical novel, set in the Napoleonic era. Sam Felton, a plain-spoken sailor, discovers that he has succeeded to the title (and fortune) of Earl of Wrybourne. Then things get complicated...

One of Jeffery Farnol's vigorous novels of adventures in Georgian England - gravitating from the rurality of Kent and Sussex to the stews and fine houses of London - involving Mr. Jasper Shrig. mysterious young lady is rescued from the Thames. She then disappears, and a new young lady meets and makes (platonic?) relations with the hero... moreOne of Jeffery Farnol's vigorous novels of adventures in Georgian England - gravitating from the rurality of Kent and Sussex to the stews and fine houses of London - involving Mr. Jasper Shrig. mysterious young lady is rescued from the Thames. She then disappears, and a new young lady meets and makes (platonic?) relations with the hero. Great adventures with real peril ensue, the hero falls out with everyone important to him, and dastardly baddies with (of course) foreign overtones do their damnedest. less