The History of Tom Jones A Foundling [Hardcover] Henry Fielding

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Includes slipcase. Cover is good and pages are clean.

This edition of Henry Fielding’s seminal novel “The History of Tom Jones, A Foundling” offers collectors a well-preserved copy of a literary masterpiece. Published in 1749, the novel is considered one of the earliest and most influential examples of the English prose novel. Fielding’s satirical wit and keen social commentary shine through in this picaresque tale following the adventures and misadventures of the roguish yet good-natured Tom Jones. The novel’s bawdy humor and frank depictions of sexuality were groundbreaking for the time, challenging societal norms and cementing Fielding’s reputation as a bold and innovative writer. Beyond its entertainment value, the novel provides a rich tapestry of 18th-century English society, offering insights into class dynamics, gender roles, and the moral complexities of the era. This copy, complete with its original slipcase, allows readers to immerse themselves in Fielding’s vibrant storytelling and appreciate a landmark work that helped shape the course of the English novel.