The History of Tom Jones
Author: Fielding, Henry
ISBN: 9780140436228
Publisher: Penguin
Year First Published: 2005
Pages: 1024
Dimensions: 199mm x 129mm x 41mm
Format: Paperback / softback
Description
A new edition of Henry Fielding's exuberant satire, chronicling the life, loves and fortunes of Tom Jones.
A foundling of mysterious parentage brought up by Mr Allworthy on his country estate, Tom Jones is deeply in love with the seemingly unattainable Sophia Western, the beautiful daughter of the neighbouring squire - though he sometimes succumbs to the charms of the local girls. But when his amorous escapades earn the disapproval of his benefactor, Tom is banished to make his own fortune. Sophia, meanwhile, is determined to avoid an arranged marriage to Allworthy's scheming nephew and escapes from her rambunctious father to follow Tom to London.
ISBN: 9780140436228
Publisher: Penguin
Year First Published: 2005
Pages: 1024
Dimensions: 199mm x 129mm x 41mm
Format: Paperback / softback
Description
A new edition of Henry Fielding's exuberant satire, chronicling the life, loves and fortunes of Tom Jones.
A foundling of mysterious parentage brought up by Mr Allworthy on his country estate, Tom Jones is deeply in love with the seemingly unattainable Sophia Western, the beautiful daughter of the neighbouring squire - though he sometimes succumbs to the charms of the local girls. But when his amorous escapades earn the disapproval of his benefactor, Tom is banished to make his own fortune. Sophia, meanwhile, is determined to avoid an arranged marriage to Allworthy's scheming nephew and escapes from her rambunctious father to follow Tom to London.
