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  • The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter I

    The Adventures of Roderick Random Chapter I
    Sep 22 2026
    In which the narrator recounts his auspicious birth amidst family strife, marked by his grandfather’s austere disposition and his father’s love for a humble relation. The tender narrative unfolds the hardships endured by his mother and the sorrow that ensues, setting the melancholic tone of his early years.
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    11 min
  • The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 85 - from WIN. LOYD To Mrs MARY JONES

    The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 85 - from WIN. LOYD To Mrs MARY JONES
    Sep 21 2026
    In which the lively and verbose letters of Mr. Loyd reveal a spirited account of local nuptials and fashionable attire, set against the quaint backdrop of provincial society. Amidst colourful descriptions and humble boasts, he conveys plans for a festive Christmas at Brambleton-hall, beckoning civility and camaraderie amongst acquaintances.
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    3 min
  • The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 83 - from MATT. BRAMBLE To Dr LEWIS

    The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 83 - from MATT. BRAMBLE To Dr LEWIS
    Sep 20 2026
    In which the gentleman, having settled his family affairs and secured the comfort of his friends, contemplates a quiet country life enriched by honest management and rural pursuits. He plans to forsake the bustle of London and Bath for the peacefulness of Brambleton Hall, resolved to embrace exercise and simpler pleasures whilst entrusting his physician friend with the guardianship of his health.
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    4 min
  • The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 81 - from MATT. BRAMBLE To Dr LEWIS

    The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 81 - from MATT. BRAMBLE To Dr LEWIS
    Sep 19 2026
    In which the diligent Mr Bramble undertakes the delicate task of managing his friend Mr Baynard’s household affairs and finances following a domestic tragedy, blending practical remedies with tender care to restore order and contentment to the estate. Meanwhile, preparations for matrimonial alliances progress amidst subtle social manoeuvres and the hopeful stirrings of new attachments, all portrayed with a keen eye for human nature and the gentle humours of rural society.
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    16 min
  • The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 80 - from WIN. JENKINS To Mrs MARY JONES

    The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 80 - from WIN. JENKINS To Mrs MARY JONES
    Sep 18 2026
    In which a letter unfolds the resulting confusions and transformations of acquaintances newly gathered under one roof, marked by unexpected revelations of birth and rank, with proposals and matrimonial arrangements stirring both hope and hesitation. The narrator’s quaint reflections mingle with a delicate humour and tender anxieties, painting a vivid tableau of social navigation and heartfelt entreaties within the bounds of decorum and affection.
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    5 min
  • The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 78 - from LYDIA MELFORD To Miss LAETITIA WILLIS

    The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 78 - from LYDIA MELFORD To Miss LAETITIA WILLIS
    Sep 17 2026
    In which the young and ardent Lydia Melford, amidst the turbulence of a near-fatal accident, discovers startling family connections and newfound lovers within a circle of benevolent friends. With her heart full of hope and the promise of happiness, she entreats her dear acquaintance to join her in this season of joyful change and tender companionship.
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    5 min
  • The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 75 - from MATT. BRAMBLE To Dr LEWIS

    The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 75 - from MATT. BRAMBLE To Dr LEWIS
    Sep 16 2026
    In which a perilous coach accident reveals surprising truths about the character and lineage of the faithful Humphry Clinker, and the travellers find refuge with an old acquaintance who has embraced a tranquil rural life with his virtuous family. The narrative unfolds a considered reflection on the merits and misjudgements of country living, temperate economy, and the folly of vanity in social pretensions.
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    8 min
  • The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 74 - from J. MELFORD To Sir WATKIN PHILLIPS

    The Expedition of Humphry Clinker Letter 74 - from J. MELFORD To Sir WATKIN PHILLIPS
    Sep 15 2026
    In which an unexpected deluge upends a coach crossing a swollen river, leading to a harrowing rescue that reveals the steadfast loyalty of a humble farrier named Humphry Clinker, and the party’s narrow escape from tragedy. The ensuing discovery of a long-hidden family connection brings a surprising joy amidst the rustic hospitality of a neighbour’s country abode.
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    27 min