The History Of Tom Jones, A Foundling V2 (1749)

The History of Tom Jones, A Foundling is a novel written by Henry Fielding and first published in 1749. It tells the story of Tom Jones, a young man who was abandoned as a baby and raised by a wealthy squire. The novel follows Tom's adventures as he navigates the social and political landscape of 18th century England, encountering a colorful cast of characters along the way.Volume 2 of the novel continues Tom's story as he travels to London and becomes embroiled in a series of romantic entanglements and political intrigues. He falls in love with the beautiful Sophia Western, but must contend with the disapproval of her father and the machinations of her scheming cousin. Meanwhile, Tom's own past comes back to haunt him as he is accused of various crimes and forced to defend his honor.Throughout the novel, Fielding uses Tom's story to explore themes of morality, social class, and the nature of human relationships. The book is known for its vivid characters, witty dialogue, and satirical commentary on 18th century society. It remains a classic of English literature and a beloved work of fiction to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.