The History of Tom Jones, a
Foundling. 1749.
Henry Fielding.
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The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling.
Henry Fielding
Table of Contents
Containing as much of the birth of the foundling as is necessary
or proper to acquaint the reader with in the beginning of this history.
Containing scenes of matrimonial felicity in different degrees of
life; and various other transactions during the first two years
after the marriage between Captain Blifil and Miss Bridget Allworthy.
Containing the most memorable transactions which passed in the
family of Mr. Allworthy, from the time when Tommy Jones arrived at the
age of fourteen, till he attained the age of nineteen. In this book
the reader may pick up some hints concerning the education of children.
Containing the time of a year.
Containing a portion of time somewhat longer than half a year.
Containing about three weeks.
Containing three days.
Containing about two days.
Containing twelve hours.
in which the history goes forward about twelve hours.
Containing about three days.
Containing the same individual time with the former.
Containing the space of twelve days.
Containing two days.
In which the history advances about two days.
Containing the space of five days.
Containing three days.
Containing about six days.
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