Tobias George Smollett (1721-1771) was a Scottish novelist, poet, and physician. He is best known for his picaresque novels, such as The Adventures of Roderick Random and The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle, which 1 satirized 18th-century English society. Smollett's novels are characterized by their cynical wit, bawdy humor, and vivid depictions of social and political realities. He was a prolific writer, also producing plays, poetry, travelogues, and a multi-volume History of England.Despite his literary success, Smollett faced numerous personal and professional challenges throughout his life. He struggled with ill health and financial difficulties, and his outspoken criticism often landed him in trouble with authorities.Despite these hardships, Smollett's literary legacy endures. His work significantly influenced later novelists, including Charles Dickens, and continues to be enjoyed by readers today.
