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Tobias Smollett

    March 19, 1721 – September 17, 1771

    Tobias Smollett was a physician and author whose novels often explored the lives of ordinary people with a sharp, satirical wit. His picaresque narratives, frequently featuring journeys and encounters with a diverse cast of characters, offer a vivid and often humorous depiction of 18th-century society. Smollett's work is characterized by its robust prose, keen social observation, and a distinctive blend of comedy and pathos. His literary legacy, admired even by later writers, lies in his unflinching portrayal of human nature and the complexities of the world.

    Tobias Smollett
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    Humphry Clinker
    Roderick Random
    Travels Through France and Italy
    The Modern Library Classics: Don Quixote
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