
English novelist and dramatist (1707–1754)
Henry Fielding was an English novelist and dramatist who lived from 1707 to 1754 and is remembered as an important figure in the development of the novel as a literary form. His works, which included both plays and prose fiction, helped shape English literature during the 18th century.
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Henry Fielding (Sharpham, 22 April 1707 – near Lisbon, 8 October 1754) was an English novelist and dramatist known for his rich earthy humour and satirical prowess, and as the author of the novel Tom Jones. Aside from his literary achievements, he has a significant place in the history of law-enforcement, having founded (with his half-brother John) what some have called London's first police force, the Bow Street Runners, using his authority as a magistrate. His younger sister, Sarah, also becam
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Emilie Booth: A pattern of marital love
Select works of Henry Fielding, Esq. containing, the adventures of Joseph Andrews, the history of Tom Jones, Amellia, - and the history of Jonathan Wild. To which is prefixed, an original account of the life and writings of the author
Henry Fielding (22 April 1707 – 8 October 1754) was an English writer and judge known for the use of humour and satire in his works. His famous novels include Shamela (1741), Joseph Andrews (1742), The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling (1749) and Amelia (1751). Along with Samuel Richardson, Fielding is seen as the founder of the traditional English novel. As well as being a novelist, Fielding was also a playwright, known for his satirical comedies The Author's Farce (1730), Tom Thumb (1730), The Letter Writers (1731) and The Tragedy of Tragedies (1731). 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.
Early life
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