The Duke (1900)

Set in late nineteenth-century England, the story follows the Duke of Wellington, a proud and arrogant aristocrat grappling with his family's legacy and reputation. His numerous affairs create tension in his marriage to Lady Wellington, highlighting themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal. As the Duke navigates his relationships with his family and the challenges of maintaining his wealth, the narrative captures his rise and fall against a backdrop of societal change. This novel offers a compelling exploration of personal and social dynamics in the aristocracy.