My Friend the Chauffeur
by C. N. Williamson & A. M. Williamson (1859–1920)
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- 7 hours to read
- 26 chapters
- Reading level: 7th grade
"My Friend the Chauffeur" by C. N. Williamson and A. M. Williamson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds around Ralph Moray, who becomes entangled in a comical and chaotic situation involving his friend Terry, a titled gentleman turned amateur chauffeur, and a group of American heiresses seeking adventure in Europe. The narrative conveys themes of class, humor, and social dynamics as it explores the pair's interactions with these spirited ladies, particularly amid the contrasting backdrop of motor travel during this period. The beginning of the novel introduces Ralph and Terry at their villa on the French Riviera when they stumble upon an advertisement that prompts Terry to offer his services as a chauffeur for three American ladies. As they prepare for this adventure, the pair meets the lively and engaging Mrs. Kathryn Kidder, her daughter Beechy, and the beautiful but seemingly reluctant Miss Madeleine Destrey. The unfolding scene, filled with humorous mishaps and unexpected visitors, sets the tone for a lighthearted exploration of romance and social circumstance, suggesting that the journeys ahead will be filled with both challenges and revelations for all involved.
- Europe
- Voyages and travels
- Automobiles
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Chapter I
TOLD BY RALPH MORAY
A CHAPTER OF SURPRISES
"WANTED, LADIES, TO CONDUCT. An amateur automobilist (English, titled) who drives his own motor-car accommodating five persons, offers to conduct two or three ladies, Americans preferred, to any picturesque centres in Europe which they may desire to visit. Car has capacity for carrying small luggage, and is of best type. Journeys of about 100 miles a day. Novel and delightful way of travelling; owner of car well up in history, art, and architecture of different countries. Inclusive terms five guineas a day each, or slight reduction made for extensive trip. Address—"
When Terry had read aloud thus far, I hastily interrupted him. I wasn't quite ready yet for him to see that address. The thing needed a little leading up to; and by way of getting him quickly and safely on to a side rack I burst into a shout of laughter, so loud and so sudden that he looked up from the little pink Riviera newspaper of which I was the proud proprietor, to stare at me.
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This free edition of My Friend the Chauffeur by C. N. Williamson & A. M. Williamson comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #19441, released 2006-10-02. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Romance, Humour, Adventure, Novels, British Literature.
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