The Fool Errant

Maurice Hewlett's novel 'The Fool Errant' follows the story of Mr. Francis Strelley, an Englishman who arrives in Padua to study under his tutor, Dr. Porfirio Lanfranchi. The doctor is a lively character who takes Mr. Strelley on a wild and unpredictable journey through the streets of Padua. Mr. Strelley soon finds himself overwhelmed and helpless in the doctor's chaotic presence. The story begins with this unlikely pair's arrival at Dr. Lanfranchi's apartment, leaving readers eager to find out what adventures await them next.