The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom

The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom is a novel written by Tobias Smollett. It tells the story of a young man named Ferdinand Fathom, who is born into a poor family in the Scottish countryside. Fathom is determined to rise above his humble beginnings and make a name for himself in the world. He sets out on a series of adventures, traveling across Europe and encountering a variety of characters, both good and bad.Fathom is a complex character, with both admirable qualities and flaws. He is intelligent and resourceful, but also manipulative and deceitful. Throughout the novel, Fathom engages in a variety of schemes and scams, always looking for ways to get ahead. He is a master of disguise and deception, and he uses these skills to his advantage.The novel is set against the backdrop of 18th century Europe, and Smollett vividly portrays the social and political landscape of the time. The book is filled with colorful descriptions of the places Fathom visits, from the bustling streets of Paris to the rugged mountains of Switzerland.Overall, The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom is a thrilling and entertaining novel that explores the nature of ambition, deceit, and morality. It is a classic work of literature that continues to captivate readers today.1753. Smollett was a man of letters in the fullest sense. Trained as a physician, he was not only a novelist but also a playwright, poet, journalist, historian, travel writer, critic, translator, and editor. The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom is Smollett's third novel. The book leads the reader through the life and adventures of the villainous dandy, Ferdinand, Count Fathom. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.