"The Works of Henry Fielding, vol. 11" by Henry Fielding is a collection of 18th-century works that presents a satirical exploration of life, death, and human nature. The collection features "A Journey from This World to the Next" and "A Voyage to Lisbon," and it tells of an allegorical journey after death, interwoven with social commentary, reflecting on ideas of morality and the imperfections of humanity. The reader is told of the author's experience of dying and meeting Mercury. As the story unfolds, the author reflects on the absurdities he encounters in the afterlife, including a coach ride with spirits who share tales of their deaths. Each spirit shares insights into their past lives, creating a mix of characters that highlight mortality and the different views on life's misfortunes, all presented with both humor and sadness.
The Works of Henry Fielding, vol. 11 A Journey From This World to the Next; and A Voyage to Lisbon
By Henry Fielding
Embark on a satirical trip to the afterlife filled with absurd encounters and quirky characters, offering a unique view on human life's imperfections.
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About the AuthorHenry Fielding was an English writer and magistrate known for the use of humour and satire in his works. His 1749 comic novel The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling was a seminal work in the genre. Along with Samuel Richardson, Fielding is seen as the founder of the traditional English novel. He also played an important role in the history of law enforcement in the United Kingdom, using his authority as a magistrate to found the Bow Street Runners, London's first professional police force.
Henry Fielding was an English writer and magistrate known for the use of humour and satire in his works. His 1749 comic novel The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling was a seminal work in the genre. Along with Samuel Richardson, Fielding is seen as the founder of the traditional English novel. He also played an important role in the history of law enforcement in the United Kingdom, using his authority as a magistrate to found the Bow Street Runners, London's first professional police force.
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