The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman Volume 1 by Laurence Sterne

The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman Volume 1 by Laurence Sterne

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Laurence Sterne's Tristram Shandy is narrated by the title character in a series of digressions and interruptions that purportedly show the ""life and opinions"" – part of the novel's full title – of Tristram.

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The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman Volume 1 by Laurence Sterne

Laurence Sterne's Tristram Shandy is narrated by the title character in a series of digressions and interruptions that purportedly show the "life and opinions" - part of the novel's full title - of Tristram. Composed of nine "Books" originally published between 1759-1767, the novel has more to do with Shandy family members and their foibles and history than it seemingly does with Tristram himself. However, it is through Tristram's relating the actions, beliefs, and opinions of his family members - primarily his father, Walter Shandy, and his paternal Uncle Toby - that the reader gets a clearer picture of Tristram's character.
Laurence Sterne, (born Nov. 24, 1713, Clonmel, County Tipperary, Ire.—died March 18, 1768, London, Eng.), Irish-born English novelist and humorist, author of Tristram Shandy (1759–67), an early novel in which story is subordinate to the free associations and digressions of its narrator. He is also known for the novel A Sentimental Journey (1768).
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ISBN 13 9780813005805
ISBN 10 0813005809
Title The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman Volume 1
Author Laurence Sterne
Series Florida Edition Of The Works Of Laurence Sterne
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher University Press of Florida
Year published 1978-06-30
Number of pages 487
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.