Joseph Andrews & Shamela
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Henry Fielding
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1999
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Wear and tear of external dust cover; cloth cover and internal pages in good condition
Henry Fielding's Joseph Andrews And Shamela presents a masterful pair of satirical works that brilliantly lampoon the literary and social conventions of 18th-century England. Joseph Andrews chronicles the misadventures of a virtuous footman, brother to the famed Pamela, as he strives to maintain his chastity amidst a series of comical and morally compromising encounters. Accompanying this is Shamela, a biting novella that uncovers the true, less-than-virtuous motivations behind a seemingly pious heroine. These works collectively illustrate Fielding's sharp wit and his profound critique of hypocrisy, offering readers a humorous yet incisive look into human nature and societal facades. The narrative maintains a consistently witty and engaging tone, making it a cornerstone of English literary satire.
Author: Henry Fielding
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1999
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Wear and tear of external dust cover; cloth cover and internal pages in good condition
Henry Fielding's Joseph Andrews And Shamela presents a masterful pair of satirical works that brilliantly lampoon the literary and social conventions of 18th-century England. Joseph Andrews chronicles the misadventures of a virtuous footman, brother to the famed Pamela, as he strives to maintain his chastity amidst a series of comical and morally compromising encounters. Accompanying this is Shamela, a biting novella that uncovers the true, less-than-virtuous motivations behind a seemingly pious heroine. These works collectively illustrate Fielding's sharp wit and his profound critique of hypocrisy, offering readers a humorous yet incisive look into human nature and societal facades. The narrative maintains a consistently witty and engaging tone, making it a cornerstone of English literary satire.