Fond Adventures: Tales of the Youth of the World

Fond Adventures by Maurice Hewlett is a collection of short stories published in 1921. The tales in this collection explore themes of love, chivalry, and human nature, often set in historical or romanticized medieval settings. Hewlett was known for his ability to evoke a rich sense of place and period, bringing to life characters who grapple with the complexities of their time. His writing is noted for its literary quality, historical accuracy, and romantic ideals.

Maurice Henry Hewlett (1861-1923), was an English historical novelist, poet and essayist. He was born at Weybridge, the eldest son of Henry Gay Hewlett, of Shaw Hall, Addington, Kent. He was educated at the London International College, Spring Grove, Isleworth, and was called to the bar in 1891. He gave up the law after the success of Forest Lovers . From 1896 to 1901 he was Keeper of Lands, Revenues, Records and Enrolments, a government post as adviser on matters of medieval law.