Life And Death Of Tom Thumb The Great

Life and Death of Tom Thumb the Great

by Henry Fielding

Henry Fielding's *Life and Death of Tom Thumb the Great* is a satirical play that mocks heroic biographies and the societal norms of the time. The play follows the exploits of Tom Thumb, a diminutive hero with a larger-than-life personality, as he navigates the complexities of love, war, and the machinations of the royal court. Through witty dialogue and absurd situations, Fielding exposes the follies of human nature, from the vanity of the aristocracy to the fickle nature of public opinion. With its blend of humor and social commentary, *Life and Death of Tom Thumb the Great* remains a timeless and entertaining critique of power and human behavior.

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Henry Fielding

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Henry Fielding was an English novelist and dramatist known for his earthy humour and satire. His comic novel Tom Jones is still widely appreciated. He and Samuel Richardson are seen as founders of the...

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