A Free Lance of Today is a novel written by Hugh Charles Clifford and published in 1903. The story is set in colonial Malaya, where the protagonist, Martin Jervis, works as a journalist for a local newspaper. Jervis is a free-spirited and independent character who is not afraid to speak his mind and challenge the status quo. He becomes embroiled in a political scandal when he uncovers corruption within the local government and exposes it in his newspaper. This puts him in danger and he must navigate his way through a web of deceit and danger to clear his name and protect his loved ones. Along the way, Jervis falls in love with a local woman, adding a romantic subplot to the story. The novel offers a vivid portrayal of colonial life in Malaya and explores themes of corruption, justice, and the clash of cultures. Overall, A Free Lance of Today is a gripping and thought-provoking read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and political thrillers.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.