The History of Tom Jones

Name: The History of Tom Jones
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SKU: 9780140436228
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By Henry Fielding

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The History of Tom Jones by Henry Fielding is a vibrant chronicle of the misadventures of Tom, a foundling with questionable parentage. Set in 18th-century England, the novel follows Tom's tumultuous journey of love, mischief, and self-discovery. As he navigates his way through society and the challenges of social class, he encounters a cast of rich characters, leading to comedic and dramatic turns.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by classic tales of adventure and romance. It offers a humorous and critical examination of 18th-century society, with a richly woven narrative and engaging characters that have charmed readers for generations. If you appreciate insightful social commentary blended with wit and a sprawling narrative structure, this book should delight you.

The History of Tom Jones

Tom Jones is deeply in love with the seemingly unattainable Sophia Western, the beautiful daughter of the neighbouring squire - though he sometimes succumbs to the charms of the local girls. But when his amorous escapades earn the disapproval of his benefactor, Tom is banished to make his own fortune.

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A foundling of mysterious parentage brought up by Mr Allworthy on his country estate, Tom Jones is deeply in love with the seemingly unattainable Sophia Western, the beautiful daughter of the neighbouring squire, though he sometimes succumbs to the charms of the local girls.

But when his amorous escapades earn the disapproval of his benefactor, Tom is banished to make his own fortune. Sophia, meanwhile, is determined to avoid an arranged marriage to Allworthy's scheming nephew and escapes from her rambunctious father to follow Tom to London.

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The History of Tom Jones by Henry Fielding is praised for its engaging narrative and comedic elements, with Marlon James remarking on his disappointment when reaching the end, suggesting its lasting impact and entertainment value.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140436228

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 April 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Edited by Alice Wakely
Edited by Tom Keymer

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 697g

Pages: 1024

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Fiction General Fiction Henry Fielding Literary Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics

About the Author

Henry Fielding (1707-1754) began his career as a novelist in 1740 with Shamela (written as a negative response to Richardson's Pamela). The following year, he published Joseph Andrews, with which he anticipates his masterpiece, Tom Jones. His final work, The Journal of a Voyage to Lisbon, was published posthumously in 1755. Thomas Keymer is Elmore Fellow and Tutor in English at St Anne's College, Oxford. His books include Sterne, the Moderns, and the Novel (2002), and co-edited with John Mee, The Cambridge Companion to English Literature 1740-1830 (2004). Alice Wakely completed a doctoral dissertation on Samuel Richardson at Magdalen College, Oxford, and is currently at the University of York. Thomas Keymer is Elmore Fellow and Tutor in English at St Anne's College, Oxford. His books include Richardson's Clarissa and the 18th Century Reader (1992), Sterne, the Moderns, and the Novel (2002), and co-edited with John Mee, The Cambridge Companion to English Literature 1740-1830 (2004). Alice Wakely completed a doctoral dissertation on Samuel Richardson at Magdalen College, Oxford and is currently at the University of York. The editors have previously collaborated on the OUP World's Classics edition of Richardson's Pamela (2001).