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The Adventures Of Ferdinand Count Fathom

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"The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom" is a novel by Tobias Smollett. The story follows the titular character, a young man of unknown parentage who sets out to make his fortune in the world. Fathom is initially presented as charming and charismatic, but soon reveals himself to be a ruthless and deceitful opportunist. Fathom begins his adventures as a con artist, manipulating and swindling people for his own gain. He meets a variety of characters, including wealthy socialites, criminals, and members of the working class. Along the way, he engages in a variety of schemes, from gambling and forgery to seduction and murder. Despite his many misdeeds, Fathom manages to charm his way into the affections of several women, including a wealthy heiress and a virtuous young woman named Monimia. However, his schemes eventually catch up with him, and he is imprisoned and sentenced to death. In the end, he repents of his misdeeds and is spared from execution, but is left to live out his days in ignominy. "The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom" is a darkly comic satire that explores the themes of deception, morality, and class in 18th century society. It is considered one of Smollett's most important works and a notable contribution to the literary genre of picaresque fiction.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9789358018882
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 380
  • Udgivet:
  • 1. maj 2023
  • Størrelse:
  • 140x22x216 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 481 g.
  • BLACK WEEK
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 13. december 2024

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"The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom" is a novel by Tobias Smollett. The story follows the titular character, a young man of unknown parentage who sets out to make his fortune in the world. Fathom is initially presented as charming and charismatic, but soon reveals himself to be a ruthless and deceitful opportunist. Fathom begins his adventures as a con artist, manipulating and swindling people for his own gain. He meets a variety of characters, including wealthy socialites, criminals, and members of the working class. Along the way, he engages in a variety of schemes, from gambling and forgery to seduction and murder. Despite his many misdeeds, Fathom manages to charm his way into the affections of several women, including a wealthy heiress and a virtuous young woman named Monimia. However, his schemes eventually catch up with him, and he is imprisoned and sentenced to death. In the end, he repents of his misdeeds and is spared from execution, but is left to live out his days in ignominy. "The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom" is a darkly comic satire that explores the themes of deception, morality, and class in 18th century society. It is considered one of Smollett's most important works and a notable contribution to the literary genre of picaresque fiction.

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