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The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling · Character

Mr. Summer

Deceased young man revealed to be Tom's father.

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Also known as Summer

First appearance: the history of tom jones a foundling

Mr. Summer shows up with force in VII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Identified as Tom's father, a young man educated by Allworthy.
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Mr. Summer first appears in 0001 the history of tom jones a foundling.

In VII: Identified as Tom's father, a young man educated by Allworthy.

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SGSir George Gre…SASquire AllworthySWSophia WesternMMMrs. MillerMSMr. Summer

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