"The Adventures of Roderick Random" by T. Smollett is a story about an orphan named Roderick Random, who faces many problems in a harsh and unfair world, using humor to cope. From a childhood marked by neglect and unkind relatives to finding a caring uncle who helps him start a new life, Roderick shows strength and cleverness as he deals with the difficulties thrown his way. The book is set in the 1700s and makes fun of society while also showing how Roderick tries to overcome his troubles and find happiness.
The Adventures of Roderick Random
By T. (Tobias) Smollett
Witness an abandoned young man's journey through a cruel world, where he uses his wits and humor to survive family feuds and societal pitfalls in hope of carving out a better future.
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2003-05-01
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About the AuthorTobias George Smollett was a Scottish writer and surgeon. He was best known for writing picaresque novels such as The Adventures of Roderick Random (1748), The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle (1751) and The Expedition of Humphry Clinker (1771), which influenced later generations of British novelists, including Charles Dickens. His novels were liberally altered by contemporary printers; an authoritative edition of each was edited by Dr O. M. Brack Jr and others.
Tobias George Smollett was a Scottish writer and surgeon. He was best known for writing picaresque novels such as The Adventures of Roderick Random (1748), The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle (1751) and The Expedition of Humphry Clinker (1771), which influenced later generations of British novelists, including Charles Dickens. His novels were liberally altered by contemporary printers; an authoritative edition of each was edited by Dr O. M. Brack Jr and others.
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