Tobias Smollett

Broschiertes Buch

The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom

A Cynical Satire of 18th-Century Society

Beschreibung

Follow the scandalous exploits of Ferdinand Count Fathom, a charismatic rogue with an uncanny knack for deception. This 18th-century masterpiece by Tobias Smollett is a thrilling and cynical exploration of ambition, morality, and power.

Autor

Tobias George Smollett (1721-1771) was a Scottish novelist, poet, and physician. He is best known for his picaresque novels, such as The Adventures of Roderick Random and The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle, which 1 satirized 18th-century English society. Smollett's novels are characterized by their cynical wit, bawdy humor, and vivid depictions of social and political realities. He was a prolific writer, also producing plays, poetry, travelogues, and a multi-volume History of England.Despite his literary success, Smollett faced numerous personal and professional challenges throughout his life. He struggled with ill health and financial difficulties, and his outspoken criticism often landed him in trouble with authorities.Despite these hardships, Smollett's literary legacy endures. His work significantly influenced later novelists, including Charles Dickens, and continues to be enjoyed by readers today.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Magna Liborum
• Seitenzahl: 584
• Erscheinungstermin: 13. Januar 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 33mm
• Gewicht: 771g
• ISBN-13: 9798348245788
• Artikelnr.: 73189468