The Chaplain of the Fleet
1881
The Chaplain of the Fleet is a novel by Walter Besant, first published in 1881. It follows the story of Kitty Pleydell, a young girl who, after the death of her father, embarks on a journey to London to fulfill his last wishes. Set against the backdrop of 18th-century London, the novel explores themes of grief, adventure, and the challenges of navigating a new life without parental guidance. Notable for its portrayal of the historical context of debt and imprisonment, the book reflects the societal issues of its time.
