Excerpt from The Works of Tobias Smollett, Vol. 2: Roderick Random, Part III, and Sir Launcelot Greaves
I resolve to ingratiate myself with the mother, and am favoured by accident - The precise lady finds her husband, and quits the coach - The captain is disappointed of his dinner We.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book, an autobiographical novel, follows the adventures of Roderick Random, a young Scottish man determined to make his fortune in 18th-century England. Abandoned as a child and raised by his grandfather, Roderick's early years are marked by hardship and misfortune. As a young man, he sets out for London, eager to embark on a life of adventure and romance. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including his faithful servant Strap, and falls head over heels in love with the beautiful Melinda. As he navigates the treacherous waters of love, friendship, and social class in London, Roderick grapples with the complexities of his own identity and the often-contradictory nature of society. The author draws upon his own experiences to create a vivid and satirical portrait of 18th-century England, exploring themes of class, ambition, and the human condition. Through Roderick's trials and tribulations, the book offers insights into the complexities of human nature, the importance of perseverance, and the enduring power of love. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333019365_0
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