Henry Fielding's 'History of Tom Jones, a Foundling' is a seminal work of 18th-century English literature that defies traditional genre classifications, combining elements of a picaresque novel, a comedy...

Fieldings berühmtester Roman "Tom Jones" schildert die Abenteuer und Missgeschicke des schelmischen Helden Tom Jones und entfaltet ein reiches Bild englischen Lebens und englischer Sitten.

Henry Fielding's 'History of Tom Jones, a Foundling' is a groundbreaking novel that combines satire, romance, and social commentary in a sprawling narrative that captures the essence of 18th-century England....

Tom Jones – Zwischen Bett und Galgen ist eine Oscar-prämierte britische Filmkomödie aus dem Jahr 1963. Es handelt sich um eine Adaption von Henry Fieldings Roman Tom Jones – Die Geschichte eines Findelkindes...

Der wohlhabende und gutmütige Gutsherr Allworthy, der gemeinsam mit seiner Schwester Bridget auf seinem Landsitz in Somerset lebt, kehrt nach langem Aufenthalt in London nach Hause zurück und findet ein...

Henry Fielding's 'A True State of the Case of Bosavern Penlez' is a fascinating piece of fiction that delves into the intricacies of morality, justice, and human nature. Written in Fielding's signature...

In Henry Fielding's book 'A Clear State of the Case of Elizabeth Canning,' Fielding presents a detailed account and analysis of the famous Elizabeth Canning case. Fielding's work combines elements of...

In Henry Fielding's comedic masterpiece, 'The Old Debauchees', the author explores the themes of morality, virtue, and societal norms through a satirical lens. Fielding's witty and clever writing style,...

Henry Fielding's Covent-Garden Journal is a satirical periodical that provides a witty and insightful commentary on 18th-century society, politics, and culture. Written in the form of a fictional journal,...

Tom erlebt während seiner Reise zahlreiche Abenteuer. Er schließt sich kurzzeitig Rotröcken an und gibt seinen Plan auf, zur See zu gehen. Er begegnet Partridge, den man vor Jahren verdächtigt hat, sein...

In 'An Apology for the Life of Mrs. Shamela Andrews' by Henry Fielding, the author takes a satirical approach in revisiting the character of Pamela Andrews, created by Samuel Richardson. Fielding cleverly...

Aus der Fülle der mit prächtigem Humor erschaffenen Gestalten springt uns als lebendige Erfahrung, nicht als trockene Moral, die Wahrheit entgegen. Tom Jones ist ein Findelkind. Er wird eines Abends im...

The sentimental novel Amelia was the fourth and final novel written by Fielding and follows the life of Amelia and Captain William Booth after they are married. It contains many allusions to classical...

First published on 28 February 1749 in London, Tom Jones is among the earliest English prose works describable as a novel, and is the earliest novel mentioned by W. Somerset Maugham in his 1948 book Great...

Henry Fielding's 'A Journey from This World to the Next' is a satirical and philosophical novel which follows the protagonist's adventures in the afterlife. Written in a witty and playful tone, Fielding...

Enfant trouvé, Tom reçoit une bonne éducation. Jeune homme, il court les filles avec succès jusqu'à l'issue fatale, une tombe enceinte. A partir de cet événement déclencheur, le roman picaresque prend...

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...

Henry Fielding’s most famous novel, ‘The History of Tom Jones, A Foundling,’ is packed with humour, romance, and mischief. The eponymous hero is discovered as a baby on the doorstep of the rich Mr Allworthy....

Joseph Andrews, Henry Fielding's first full-length novel, depicts the many colourful and often hilarious adventures of a comically chaste servant. After being sacked for spurning the lascivious Lady Booby,...

"The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling" by Henry Fielding is a literary classic that invites readers into the lively world of 18th-century England. This epic novel follows the adventures of Tom Jones,...

Henry Fielding could not write plays that he could get published. So he decided to write a play - a farce - about that, and success was his at last. The third act of the play is the play that the Author...

Featuring an appendix of discussion questions, the Diversion Classics edition is ideal for use in book groups and classrooms. Widely regarded as one of the most influential English novels, Tom Jones centers...

Henry Fielding's "Joseph Andrews" is a pioneering work in the realm of English literature, often regarded as one of the earliest novels. Published in 1742, this narrative employs a rich tapestry of humor,...

In "Tom Jones" schildert Henry Fielding die abenteuerliche Odyssee seines Protagonisten, eines foundlings namens Tom, durch die gesellschaftlichen und moralischen Strukturen des 18. Jahrhunderts in England....

With an essay by Mark Spilka.'Kissing, Joseph, is but a prologue to a Play. Can I believe a young fellow of your Age and Complexion will be content with Kissing?'Henry Fielding's riotous tale of innocents...

'"Sir, I am concerned at the Trouble I give you; nay indeed my Nakedness may well make me ashamed to look you in the Face ..." Jones offered her his Coat; but, I know not for what Reason, she absolutely...

One of the cleverest and funniest novels ever written, Tom Jones is Henry Fielding's greatest achievement....

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...

SHAMELA is a brilliant parody of Samuel Richardson's PAMELA, in which a virtuous servant girl long resists her master's advances and is eventually 'rewarded' with marriage. Fielding's far more spirited...

Henry Fieldings Buch 'Tom Jones' besteht aus sechs Bänden und erzählt die Geschichte des Findelkindes Tom Jones, das in die Gesellschaft des 18. Jahrhunderts hineingeworfen wird. Der Roman ist bekannt...