Young Wallingford is a novel written by George Randolph Chester, first published in 1917. The book follows the life of a young man named Wallingford, who is a con artist in the early 1900s. Wallingford is a charming and charismatic character who uses his wit and cunning to swindle people out of their money. He is accompanied by his partner in crime, a beautiful woman named Dorothy. Together they travel around the country, pulling off various scams and heists. However, Wallingford's luck eventually runs out when he becomes the target of a determined detective. The novel explores themes of greed, deception, and the consequences of one's actions. It is a fast-paced and entertaining read that offers a glimpse into the world of early 20th-century con artists.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.