The Expedition of Humphry Clinker by Tobias Smollett
This novel is a humorous epistolary narrative, told through a series of letters, that follows the adventures of the Bramble family as they travel throughout England and Scotland. The family's travels are filled with a variety of comical incidents, and their encounters with different people and places provide a satirical commentary on 18th century British society. The novel also explores themes of class, romance, and the contrast between city and country life.
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- Published
- 1771
- Nationality
- British
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- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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- Humphry Clinker
- La Spedizione Di Humphry Clinker
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