Henry Fielding

Broschiertes Buch

The History of the Life of the Late Mr. Jonathan Wild the Great

Beschreibung

This antiquarian volume contains a detailed and comprehensive biography of 'Jonathan Wild the Great' - written by Henry Fielding. Jonathan Wild (1682 - 1725) was a notorious and influential figure in the early-eighteenth century London underworld, renowned for operating on both sides of the law and posing as a fighter named ¿Thief Taker General¿. This fascinating, witty, and insightful biography will appeal to those with an interest in eighteenth century London, or in the seminal writings of Henry fielding. It would make for a great addition to any literary collection. Henry Fielding (1707 - 1754) was an esteemed English novelist famous for his unique humour and satirical finesse. We are republishing this vintage text now in an affordable, modern edition - complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Autor

Henry Fielding (22 April 1707 - 8 October 1754) was an English novelist and dramatist best known for his rich, earthy humour and satirical prowess, and as the author of the novel Tom Jones. Additionally, he holds a significant place in the history of law enforcement, having used his authority as a magistrate to found (with his half-brother John) what some have called London's first police force, the Bow Street Runners. His younger sister, Sarah, also became a successful writer. Fielding's lack of financial acumen meant he and his family often endured periods of poverty, but he was helped by Ralph Allen, a wealthy benefactor, on whom Squire Allworthy in Tom Jones was later based. Allen went on to provide for the education and support of Fielding's children after the writer's death. His greatest work was Tom Jones (1749), a meticulously constructed picaresque novel telling the convoluted and hilarious tale of how a foundling came into a fortune.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Read Books
• Seitenzahl: 304
• Erscheinungstermin: 14. September 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 18mm
• Gewicht: 431g
• ISBN-13: 9781444654752
• ISBN-10: 1444654756
• Artikelnr.: 27844173