This document provides a summary of the 18th century English novel Tom Jones by Henry Fielding. It notes that Tom Jones presents 18th century English society in all its aspects, including the middle and upper classes as well as corruption. Tom Jones is characterized by social satire, realism, humor, and a moral perspective. The summary also provides background on the protagonist Tom Jones and how his status as a bastard causes issues in his relationship with Sophie. It reflects on various elements of 18th century English life depicted in the novel, including education, medicine, politics, London society, and honor-based violence like dueling.

1. Smt . S.B. Gardi Department of English
M.k. Bhavnagar University.
Name :- Goswami mahirpari
Roll no :- 26
Topic Name :- Reflection of 18th centuries of England in
Tom Jones.
Submitted :- Puja Madam
Paper Name :- Neo-classical literature.
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2. About Author
Born
(1707-04-22)22 April 1707
Sharpham, Somerset, England
Died
8 October 1754(1754-10-08) (aged 47)
Lisbon, Kingdom of Portugal
Pen name
"Captain Hercules Vinegar", also some
works published anonymously
Occupation novelist, dramatist and magistrate
Nationality English
Period 1728–54
Genre satire, picaresque
Literary movement Enlightenment, Augustan Age
Relatives Sarah Fielding, John Fielding

3. uTom Jones shows us not only the middle class
Saide also corruption among the attitude Towards
other classes in the society
uTom Jones present society as it is
uTom Jones characterized by , social satire,
overflowing realism, fresh and , artistic, moral
approach, good humor, and healthy sentiment.

4. uTom Jones present itself not only as a story But
also as an irresponsible volume of talk
uThe most troublesome matter in this century Of
formalist critical tradition is the talking
uTom Jones and other 18 centuries novel reflect the
embodiment of specific moral intention is and
historically introduce modification of the action
form.

5. Tom Jones is a founding discovered on the Property
of a very mind wealthy landowners Squire all worthy
in Somerset in England's West country.
Tom Jones into a vigorous and lasty yet honest And
kind-hearted youth .
Tom Jones status as a bustard caues Sophie's father
and all worthy to oppose their Love , this criticism of
class fiction in society acted as a biting social
commentary
Tom Jones is said to be the portrayal of the Urban
London life of 18 century ,and he Success on putting
morality, religion, social, status.

6. Other information about 18 centuries " life style "
uGod deal of vanity and affection mulice and
intrigue destroying it's peace.
uThe wealth and splendid of the english country Side.
uThe habit of eating and drinking .
uIn contrast with London life it's better.

7. The role of Institutions
uThe public school education seems to be
unsatisfied for squire all worthy he decided to
arrange private tutors for Tom and blifil.
uDoctor had insufficient knowledge about Medicine
uJudge's were corrupt in their judgement.

8. That Time's politics
uThe situation of England is reflected.
uIn book VII Tom get attached to the soldiers.
uIn book XI Sophia and Harriet are staying at Inn
the landlords feels that they both wants To escape
from the army.

9. The great city - London
uThe london society is morally degenerated.
uPeople can be easily bought to give false evidence
even though it might imperial the Very life of person.
uThe people are silly and lustfully.
uThe world of combat -squire Western is challenges by
lord fellamaris messenger and Tom has duel with Mr.
Fitzpatrick.

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