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Matthew Bramble, A Goutridden Misanthrope, Travels Britain With His Nephew, Niece, Spinster Sister And Manservant, The Trusty Humphry Clinker. In Poor Health, Bramble Sees The World As One Of Degeneracy And Raucous Overcrowding, And Will Not Hesitate To Let His Companions Know His Feelings On The Matter. Peopled With Pimps, Drunkards, Decadents And Conmen, Humphrey Clinker Displays Smolletts Ferociously Pessimistic View Of Mankind, And His Belief That The Luxury Of Eighteenthcentury England Existence Was The Enemy Of Sense And Sobriety. Presented In The Form Of Letters From Six Very Different Characters, And Full Of Joyful Puns And Double Entendres, Humphrey Clinker Is Now Recognised As A Boisterous And Observant Masterpiece Of English Satire. Jeremy Lewiss Introduction Examines Why Smollett Has Become An Unjustly Neglected Figure Of English Literature, And How The Time In Which He Lived Became A Crucible For His Work. This New Edition Contains Notes, A Chronology And Suggested Reading.For More Than Seventy Years, Penguin Has Been The Leading Publisher Of Classic Literature In The Englishspeaking World. With More Than 1,700 Titles, Penguin Classics Represents A Global Bookshelf Of The Best Works Throughout History And Across Genres And Disciplines. Readers Trust The Series To Provide Authoritative Texts Enhanced By Introductions And Notes By Distinguished Scholars And Contemporary Authors, As Well As Uptodate Translations By Awardwinning Translators.
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- Q: What is the title of the book? A: The title of the book is 'Humphry Clinker'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Humphry Clinker' is Tobias Smollett.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has four hundred ninety-six pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of this book is paperback.
- Q: What are the dimensions of 'Humphry Clinker'? A: The dimensions are five point twelve inches in length, zero point eighty-seven inches in width, and seven point seventy-six inches in height.
- Q: Is 'Humphry Clinker' suitable for young readers? A: Yes, 'Humphry Clinker' can be suitable for older teens and adults due to its themes.
- Q: What genre does 'Humphry Clinker' belong to? A: The genre of 'Humphry Clinker' is Classics.
- Q: How should I read this book? A: You can read 'Humphry Clinker' in any quiet and comfortable space as it is a novel presented in letter form.
- Q: Is there an introduction in this edition? A: Yes, this edition includes an introduction by Jeremy Lewis.
- Q: What should I know about the themes in 'Humphry Clinker'? A: The book explores themes of social criticism, satire, and human nature.
- Q: How do I care for a paperback book like this? A: To care for a paperback book, keep it in a dry, cool place and avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
- Q: What is the best way to store this book? A: Store 'Humphry Clinker' upright on a bookshelf to prevent bending or damage.
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- Q: How do I find more books like 'Humphry Clinker'? A: You can search for more classics or works by Tobias Smollett for similar reading experiences.