The Life Of Henry Fielding: With Notices Of His Writings, His Times, And His Contemporaries

By Frederick Lawrence

Book Overview

The Life of Henry Fielding is a comprehensive biography of the famous English novelist, playwright, and magistrate, Henry Fielding. Written by Frederick Lawrence, the book delves into the life and times of Fielding, exploring his early years, his rise to fame as a writer, and his later career as a judge and social reformer. The book provides detailed insights into Fielding's personal life, including his relationships with his family, his struggles with illness, and his political and social views. It also examines his literary works, including his most famous novel, Tom Jones, and his contributions to the development of the English novel. In addition, The Life of Henry Fielding offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and historical context of Fielding's era, providing readers with a vivid picture of 18th-century England, its politics, society, and literary culture. The book also includes profiles of Fielding's contemporaries, including Samuel Johnson, Alexander Pope, and David Garrick, among others. Overall, The Life of Henry Fielding is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of one of England's greatest writers and cultural icons. It is a well-researched and engaging biography that offers a wealth of information and insights into the world of Henry Fielding and his times.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: 1162992891
• ISBN13: 9781162992891
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"