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smollett

/ˈsmɒl.ɪt/

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noun

/ˈsmɒl.ɪt/C1formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к шотландскому писателю приключенческих романов, действовавшему в XVIII веке.

A proper noun referring to a Scottish writer of adventure novels, active during the 18th century.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Scottish novelistC1formalbritish

    A Scottish writer known for his picaresque adventure novels, active in the 18th century.

    ruШотландский романист

    • Smollett's novel 'The Adventures of Roderick Random' was published in 1748.
    • He is often compared to other 18th-century novelists like Fielding and Sterne.
    • Smollett's works provide a vivid picture of life in Georgian Britain.