The Adventures of an Atom (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161455922)

The Adventures of an Atom is a satirical novel written by Tobias Smollett in the 18th century. The book follows the journey of an atom who is personified as a character named Humphry Clinker. The story begins with Humphry's creation in the sun and his subsequent journey to Earth. The atom then takes on different forms, including a flea, a fish, and a human, as he travels through various parts of Europe.As Humphry travels, he encounters a variety of characters, including a group of politicians, a wealthy merchant, and a group of travelers. Through these encounters, Smollett uses the character of Humphry to satirize various aspects of society, including politics, religion, and social norms.The Adventures of an Atom is a unique and entertaining work of literature that combines science fiction, satire, and social commentary. Smollett's writing is witty and engaging, and the book provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and political landscape of 18th-century Europe.The council of Twenty-Eight being assembled in a great hurry, Fika-kaka sat about five seconds in silence, having in his countenance, nearly the same expression which you have seen in the face and attitude of Felix on his tribunal, as represented by the facetious Hogarth in his print done after the Dutch taste. After some pause he rose, and surveying every individual of the council through a long tube, began a speech to this effect: ""Imperial Got-hama-baba, my ever-glorious master; and you, ye illustrious nobles of Japan, Quanbukus, Quos, Days, and Daygos, my fellows and colleagues in the work of administration; it is well known to you all, and they are rascals that deny it, I have watched and fasted for the public weal.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Tobias George Smollett
ISBN-10: 1161455922
ISBN-13: 9781161455922
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 126
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.38d