The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling

SummaryAbout Henry Fielding

Title: The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling
Author: Henry Fielding
Published: 1749
Genre: Drama

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"The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling" by Henry Fielding is a novel in the Drama genre, first published 1749.

Notes: Often just called "Tom Jones".

SIr Henry Fielding is better known for founding the Bow Street Runners, one of the first forerunners of modern police forces.

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