Tom Jones (Abridged) Audiobook

" Comedic handling of the drama in our lives "

" Brilliant! I love relating to characters such as Tom "

" I bought this in paperback and it was over 700 pp! I never thought this novel would end. At times it dragged on and on and I grew impatient as I tried to finish it, but as I had patience I continued to read it and I enjoyed mr. jones' crazy world. "

" Wasn't too impressed with this. I understand it is a classic and it probably gives a great deal of insight into the times but I had a hard time with all the commentary. Took awhile to read. "

" Like pretty much every book from this era, I found the writing a little dry and crude. Fielding, like his peers, sort of emphasizes social/class manners and analysis, at the expense of psychology and action. Toward the end of the book the author's diversions increase and take away from the story. Nonetheless, this is one of the best 18-cent books I've read. "

" Racy in its day, but pretty benign now. Nonetheless an good romp "

" A good, if long, read. Funny and great insights into human nature. It isn't just about the 18th century! Tom is forgiven so many peccadillos because of his good looks and charms. "

" said to be "the first english novel" -- an 18th century romp. Very funny. I like the little chapters. "

" IActually,I love Fielding's Works.Tome Jones is one of his bests.The structure was firm & professionally designed. "

" I had to give up I couldn't make it to the end. I am still reading it very slowly! "

" The history of Tom Jones is a very important book for two reasons. First it was the beginner of the modern novel, and second it's one of the funniest books ever written. "

" This book is pretty good but it could really use more sex. "

" my copy: Sixth Printing, 1964 "

" I loved this. remember my Dad said it had great food scenes and I actually remember the book as a feast of the senses. Also remember Tom as a loveable underdog. "

" I found this book among my grandmother's collection and found it to be a witty and amusing read. Beware though that it is written in 18th century English and I have recommended it to others that did not find it to be quite as interesting and amusing as I did. "

" One of my favourite reads EVER! Hilarious!! "

" It was quite interesting, but the ending was most fascinating I must admit. "

" If readers can get past the archaic language, they will encounter a fun, hilarious, and engaging romp through Fielding's England. "

" The lion of the picaresque. "

" I did not think I was going to like this book at all, imagine my surprise when I was laughing outloud! Tom Jones is crazy!~ "

" Although it was really long, the story in parts was really good, but the main female character was getting on my nerves, as she seemed to try to show how the 'typical woman' seemed work! "

" This is a fun book, although sometimes drags a bit. I'm giving four stars instead of five mainly because this edition was poor quality and the pages started falling out on the first read. "

" One of my favorite things about this book is the author/reader interaction. Henry Fielding is right there with you, giving his commentary on the situations. It is a wonderfully funny book. I love it. "

" Skipped the first chapter of every book after a while, and the debates between Square and Thwackham. Plenty of brawls, and chases, and scandal, and humor to keep the story interesting for all 900 pages, but not gripping. It was very easy to put the book down, even in the middle of a page. "

" Racy in its day, but pretty benign now. Nonetheless an good romp "

" I think I can best describe this book as a roguish, tongue-in-cheek romp through an extremely satirical depiction of 18th century England. I'm a fan. Fielding is always a nice antidote to some of his duller contemporaries. *cough*Samuel Richardson*cough* "

" That scoundrel! So adorable. He was the kind of fellow women want to tame. I totally enjoyed this romp. "

" Hilariously absurd at times, the journey of Tom Jones is a great, entertaining read with an intricately planned plot that weaves the characters together. "

" UGH! I'm glad that it was the "first novel", but I'm glad that novels have improved. Funny at times, but really, really dry at others. Still worth a read, though, for "understanding literary history" purposes. "

" PLEASE GOT LET IT END "

" It can be hard to start, but it's really very funny. "

" Funny and beautiful. One of my favorite books. I know that people find it long, but once you get used to Fielding's 18th C way of writing, the sentences fly. "