Description
Hardcover is in good condition with very minor wear along the sides. No dust jacket. Gold pages are clean with some minor marks and wear and binding is secure.
This leather-bound edition of Henry Fielding’s seminal novel “The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling” is a true treasure for collectors and lovers of 18th-century literature. Published in 1749, this satirical masterpiece is widely regarded as one of the earliest and most influential English novels. Fielding’s wit and keen observation of human nature shine through in his portrayal of the adventures and misadventures of the roguish yet good-hearted hero, Tom Jones. This edition’s well-preserved state, with its gold-edged pages and secure binding, offers a tangible connection to the era when this groundbreaking work first captivated readers. Fielding’s enduring influence on the development of the novel form and his commentary on the social mores of his time make this a valuable addition to any literary collection.