The History of Tom Jones a Foundling V1

By Henry Fielding

Book Overview

The History of Tom Jones, A Foundling Volume 1 is a novel written by Henry Fielding. It was first published in 1749 and is considered one of the greatest works of English literature. The story follows the life of Tom Jones, a foundling who is raised by a wealthy landowner, Squire Allworthy. Tom is a charming and handsome young man who falls in love with a young woman named Sophia Western. However, their love is thwarted by various obstacles, including the disapproval of Sophia's father and the interference of Tom's jealous rival, Blifil. Throughout the novel, Tom encounters a variety of colorful characters, including the scheming Lady Bellaston, the benevolent Mr. Nightingale, and the roguish Black George. He also faces numerous challenges and adventures, including duels, highway robberies, and imprisonment. The novel is known for its vivid characters, witty dialogue, and satirical commentary on the social and political issues of its time. It is a classic of English literature and has been adapted into numerous stage plays, films, and television series.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1907 Edition.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1498089372
• ISBN13: 9781498089371
• Release Date: March 2014
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 460 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"