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The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization... Read Full Overview

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization... Read Full Overview

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization... Read Full Overview

Henry Fielding was born at Sharpham Park, near Glastonbury, in Somerset on April 22nd 1707. His early years were spent on his parents' farm in Dorset before being educated at Eton.

An early romance ended disastrously and with it his removal to London and the beginnings of... Read Full Overview

""An Old Man Taught Wisdom"" is a novel written by the renowned English author, Henry Fielding. The book is a satirical work that follows the story of an old man named Mr. Abraham Adams, who is a clergyman in a small village. Mr. Adams is a kind and generous man who is loved... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

""An Old Man Taught Wisdom"" is a novel written by the renowned English author, Henry Fielding. The story revolves around an old man named Mr. Wilson, who is known for his wisdom and experience. Mr. Wilson is approached by a young man named William, who seeks his guidance in... Read Full Overview