Tom Tufton's Travels
1898
Published in 1898, 'Tom Tufton's Travels' by Evelyn Everett-Green is a historical adventure novel centered on Tom Tufton, a young heir facing the impending death of his father, Squire Tufton. As Tom grapples with his father's disappointment and the expectations of adulthood, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that takes him from Gablehurst to London and beyond. The narrative explores themes of youth, responsibility, and the quest for adventure, making it a notable work in juvenile fiction set against the backdrop of early 18th-century Great Britain.
