The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom Chapter 32

In which our accomplished and affable hero, having adorned himself with a splendid chariot and the airs of nobility, ingratiates himself with the English aristocracy through a charming display of diverse accomplishments and fictitious erudition. He deftly cultivates a reputation as a man of taste and refinement, trading in jewels and curiosities with cunning success, whilst maintaining his hold on society by a judicious blend of sociability, wit, and genteel accomplishments.