Tom Jones - Fielding Henry - 1965

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422 pages. 1st page has a smal hole, Previous owner's name in ink, writing on front cover in ink. small tear on bottom of spine. . Covers have slight soiling. Edges of covers have superficial edgewear and corners are lightly bumped. Spine has minor lean, moderate reading creases and slight fading. Page edges are reasonably browned and slightly foxed. Pages are reasonably tanned. Gift inscription in ink. Tom Jones is a foundling discovered on the property of a very kind, wealthy landowner, Squire Allworthy, in Somerset in England's West Country. Tom grows into a vigorous and lusty, yet honest and kind-hearted, youth. He develops affection for his neighbour's daughter, Sophia Western. On one hand, their love reflects the romantic comedy genre that was popular in 18th-century Britain. However, Tom's status as a bastard causes Sophia's father and Allworthy to oppose their love; this criticism of class friction in society acted as a biting social commentary. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Fiction; 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die; Literature & Literary. Inventory No: 20030210. By: Fielding Henry Year: 1965 Visit our website to view thousands more products like this and order online at: