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The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom — Complete
T. Smollett
出版DigiCat, 2022-08-15
主題Fiction / Gothic
ISBNEAN:8596547178354
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=o4yCEAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋T. Smollett's 'The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom — Complete' is a satirical picaresque novel that dives deeply into the life and escapades of its eponymous antihero. Smollett's work, rich in its portrayal of 18th-century manners and replete with ironic humor, follows its protagonist through adventures and misadventures across Europe. Fashioned in the episodic narrative endemic to the picaresque genre, Smollett's style is vigorous and direct, unflinching in its depiction of society's underbelly. This work, published originally in two volumes in 1753, is positioned against a backdrop of burgeoning literary prowess, standing alongside other notable works of the Enlightenment period that critique the moral and social fabric of the time. While not as widely known as his contemporaries, T. Smollett was a formidable literary figure of the 18th century. His experiences as a surgeon, naval officer, and traveler breathed authenticity into his vivid portrayals of the European landscape and society's complexities. Influenced by his Scottish heritage and his diverse professional pursuits, Smollett's works often manifested a cynical worldview—one firmly imprinted upon 'The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom' through the character's cunning and deceitful antics underpinning a satirical examination of human nature. 'The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom — Complete' is undoubtedly a treasure for readers and scholars interested in the evolution of the English novel and the literary tapestry of the 18th century. It is recommended for those seeking a deeper understanding of the satirical prose that both entertained and challenged the societal norms of its day. This edition, thoughtfully reproduced by DigiCat Publishing, ensures the intricate wit and elaborate narrative of Smollett's opus is preserved and continues to ignite the minds of readers, as it has for generations.