{"product_id":"the-expedition-of-humphry-clinker-large-print","title":"The Expedition of Humphry Clinker — Large Print","description":"\u003cp\u003eHave you ever wondered why a journey with strangers can sometimes reveal the truest version of yourself? In The Expedition of Humphry Clinker, Tobias Smollett delivers a masterwork of wit, irony, and insight through the form of epistolary storytelling. As the Bramble family travels from Bath to London, and onward through the Scottish Highlands, they encounter a parade of misadventures that reveal society’s absurdities—and their own inner truths. Through this comical tapestry of letters, each character offers their unique (and often contradictory) perspective: ● Matthew Bramble – The irritable but insightful Welsh squire who both critiques and longs for society’s moral improvement. ● Tabitha Bramble – His hilariously meddlesome sister, eternally in pursuit of romance and decorum. ● Jery Melford and Lydia – The youthful voices of idealism and love, narrating the personal side of public adventures. ● Humphry Clinker – A good-natured servant with unexpected origins and a heart that changes every life he touches. Smollett’s satire pokes fun at politics, religion, health fads, urban sprawl, and class pretensions, while never losing sight of the essential humanity beneath society’s masks. Yet what begins as a comedic road trip subtly unfolds into something deeper—a moving portrait of growth, acceptance, and the joys of unlikely companionship. This modern edition brings renewed accessibility to Smollett’s 1771 classic while preserving the charm, richness, and eccentricity that make it a standout of 18th-century literature. Join this spirited expedition, and discover why laughter, travel, and a touch of chaos can lead to life’s most profound realizations. ### Audiobook Description Have you ever wondered why travel makes us laugh, cry, and grow in ways we never expect? The Expedition of Humphry Clinker is a witty, rambunctious, and heartwarming journey through the towns, cities, and moors of 18th-century Britain. Told through letters between the delightfully mismatched members of the Bramble family, this comedic road trip reveals a nation—and its people—grappling with change, class, and identity. What you’ll discover inside: ● The hilarious misadventures of Matthew Bramble, his meddling sister Tabitha, and their young relatives ● The heartwarming story of Humphry Clinker, a servant whose sincerity changes lives ● A vivid portrait of 18th-century Britain, from filthy spas to wild Scottish landscapes ● Satire that still feels fresh—mocking hypocrisy, vanity, and human folly with brilliant wit Perfect for fans of character-rich, socially aware fiction, this audiobook brings one of literature’s great comedic journeys to life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Library of Alexandria","offers":[{"title":"Large Print Paperback","offer_id":58289173266780,"sku":"LOA-C14-LPPB","price":21.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Print Hardcover","offer_id":58289173299548,"sku":"LOA-C14-LPHC","price":30.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Print eBook","offer_id":58289173332316,"sku":"LOA-C14-LPEB","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1027\/9442\/8764\/files\/0014_The_Expedition_of_Humphry_Clinker__large_print__ebook__pages-740__trim-6x9in__1800x2700px.jpg?v=1784148697","url":"https:\/\/libraryofalexandria.com\/products\/the-expedition-of-humphry-clinker-large-print","provider":"The Library of Alexandria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}