The life and opinions of Tristram Shandy, gentleman

Book • 1759
Laurence Sterne's masterpiece, 'The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman', is a novel that defies traditional storytelling.

Published in nine volumes from 1759 to 1767, it follows Tristram's attempt to narrate his life story, which is constantly interrupted by digressions and philosophical musings.

The novel is celebrated for its innovative narrative structure and its exploration of themes such as family, philosophy, and the nature of storytelling itself.

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