Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling is a novel written by Henry Fielding and first published in 1749. The book is a Bildungsroman, or coming-of-age story, that follows the life and adventures of Tom Jones, an illegitimate child who is raised by a wealthy landowner in 18th-century England.As Tom grows up, he becomes involved in various romantic entanglements and social scandals, including a love affair with a married woman and a duel with a jealous rival. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including highwaymen, gamblers, and con artists.Despite his flaws and misadventures, Tom is portrayed as a sympathetic and likable character, and the novel is filled with humor, satire, and social commentary. Fielding uses Tom's story to explore themes such as class, morality, and the corrupting influence of wealth and power.The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling is considered a classic of English literature and a masterpiece of the 18th-century novel. It is also notable for its innovative narrative structure, which includes frequent digressions and asides from the author, and for its use of a narrator who addresses the reader directly.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.
