TOM JONES :The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling (Washington Square Press, W-1008)

Henry Fielding; (Ralph H. Singleton, Introduction)

Published by Washington Square Press, New York, NY, 1963

About this Item

Text/NEW w/margin discoloration. 1963 First Edition, First Printing. Softcover/VG; strong w/light shelfwear. Reprint of the 1749 classic, picaresque novel by dramatist Henry Fielding (1707 - 1754), dubbed "Father of the English Novel" by Sir Walter Scott. The mystery of foundling Tom's birth, and the love story of Tom & Sophia. This 18th century masterpiece is composed of 18 chapters, with action falling into three distinct parts composed of 6 books each --- Part One covers Tom's birth through 21 and his banishment by Allworthy; Part Two covers the 10 days on the road from Glastonbury to London; and Part Three describes 25 days in London . The celebrated work has been adapted to film, opera, and stage. 824 pgs.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: TOM JONES :The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling (Washington Square Press, W-1008)
• Publisher: Washington Square Press, New York, NY
• Publication Date: 1963
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: First Edition, First Printing
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: None as Issued
• Seller catalogs:
  • Fiction, Novel, Short Story
  • Literature, Literary Criticism
  • Vintage