* The Adventures of Roderick Random (1748): A picaresque novel about a young man's adventures at sea and on land.
* The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle (1751): Another picaresque novel, this one focusing on a young man's journey through a variety of social situations.
* The Expedition of Humphry Clinker (1771): Considered Smollett's masterpiece, this epistolary novel follows the adventures of a group of eccentric characters on a tour of England and Wales.
He also wrote:
* The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom (1753): A satirical novel about a man who uses his cunning to achieve wealth and status.
* Sir Launcelot Greaves (1760-1762): A novel that parodies the sentimental novels of the day.
* Travels Through France and Italy (1766): A travelogue that offers a satirical and often critical perspective on European society.
Smollett's works are known for their humor, their vivid descriptions of social life, and their often cynical view of human nature. He was a major figure in the development of the English novel and his works continue to be read and enjoyed today.