The Ne'er-Do-Well

'The Ne'er-Do-Well' is a novel written by Rex Beach. The story follows Kirk Anthony, the epitome of a ne'er-do-well, who has lived a life of leisure, squandering his father's money on fancy dinners and fast cars. However, a drunken friend's mischievous scheme leads Kirk to find himself in Panama with a wanted man's identity and no money. With no help from his father, Kirk must find a way to make good and prove himself. But when an egotistical Spanish diplomat and a scheming woman threaten to ruin him, can Kirk rise to the occasion and come out on top?