The Life and Adventures of Sir Launcelot Greaves

Focusing on the theme of madness, this 1762 picaresque novel offers an ironic examination of Enlightenment ideas about sanity. Set primarily in and around a lunatic asylum, it delves into the complexities of mental health and societal perceptions, showcasing the author's sharp wit and critique of contemporary beliefs. As a neglected work by a prominent 18th-century English novelist, it invites readers to reconsider the boundaries of reason and the nature of madness.