The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling by Henry Fielding: BOOK VIII., xi.-xv.

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I read widely and voraciously, with little discipline (although I have my bouts). And then I write about it -- sometimes a little, sometimes more (not sure how often I get to "a lot", so let's go with "more" instead). I'm a Mystery junkie and have been since I can remember, I love Urban Fantasy, I can't pass up good Science Fiction or Fantasy, I've been known to dabble in Chick Lit ('tho, honestly, I'm more comfortable in "Lad Lit"), even a decent Western will do the trick.

Fridays with the Foundling

So, we left Partridge and Tom seeking shelter in a stranger's home—The Man on the Hill (I kept mentally substituting "The Fool on the Hill" from Magical Mystery Tour, which made this difficult). We're told he has an interesting life (the fact that he's known by a title and not a name is a tip-off).

So, for reasons I'm hoping I'll understand eventually, Fielding treats us to five chapters of this guy telling his life story. It's an interesting tale, frequently interrupted by Partridge being amusing (and a little annoying). Tom draws some parallels between TMotH's life and his own, which may lead to some introspection and maturity.

But, let's be serious, it probably won't.

Source: http://irresponsiblereader.com/2020/07/03/the-history-of-tom-jones-a-foundling-by-henry-fielding-book-viii-xi-xv

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