Doctor Jack: A Novel is a work of historical fiction written by St. George Rathborne. The book tells the story of Jack Sheppard, a notorious thief and prison escape artist who lived in London during the early 18th century. However, in this novel, Jack is not just a criminal, but also a doctor who uses his medical knowledge to help the poor and downtrodden.The book is set in London in the early 1700s, a time when crime was rampant and the city was a dangerous place to live. Jack Sheppard is a young man who has grown up in poverty and turned to a life of crime to survive. He is a master thief, known for his ability to pick locks and escape from prison.However, Jack is also a skilled doctor, having learned medicine from his mother who was a midwife. He uses his medical knowledge to help the poor and sick in the city, often risking his own life to do so.The novel follows Jack's adventures as he navigates the dangerous streets of London, evades the law, and tries to make a difference in the lives of those around him. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including other thieves, prostitutes, and members of the upper class.Doctor Jack: A Novel is a thrilling tale of adventure, romance, and redemption set against the backdrop of a gritty and dangerous city. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone who loves a good adventure story.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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