Henry Fielding, Jonathan Wild, B Quotes

A collection of quotes by Henry Fielding, Jonathan Wild, B.

Henry Fielding (1707-1754) was an English novelist and playwright, best known for his satirical works and his contributions to the development of the modern novel. Born in Somerset, England, he was raised in a literary family and pursued a career in law before turning to writing. Fielding's most famous novel is 'Tom Jones,' published in 1749, which recounts the adventures of a foundling and explores themes of morality, society, and human nature. He is often considered one of the pioneers of the comic novel and his works continue to be influential in English literature.

Jonathan Wild (1682-1725) was an infamous figure in 18th century London, known as a criminal mastermind and a self-proclaimed "Thief-Taker General." Wild rose to prominence by capturing and convicting notorious criminals while at the same time leading a thriving network of thieves and robbers. He would often exploit his knowledge of criminal activities to blackmail and extort money from fellow criminals. However, his criminal empire unraveled when his protege, William Johnson, exposed his double-dealings and testified against him in court. Wild was ultimately convicted and executed for his crimes. His life and exploits have been the subject of numerous works of literature and have contributed to the popular imagination surrounding the underworld of 18th century London.