This intriguing and entertaining novel tells the story of Timothy Ginnadrake, a young Englishman who embarks on a series of adventurous travels through Europe, Africa, and the Middle East in search of knowledge, fortune, and love. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including pirates, sheikhs, and mad scientists, and must navigate dangerous and exotic landscapes. Written in the style of a picaresque novel, this work offers a witty and satirical commentary on the society and culture of its time. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.