In the charming novel 'Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour' by Robert Smith Surtees, join the mischievous protagonist, Mr. Spongeworth, on his comical escapades through the English countryside. From conniving schemes to hilarious encounters, Surtees weaves a tale filled with eccentric characters and satirical wit. As Mr. Spongeworth sponge off his unwitting hosts and navigates the world of the upper class, prepare to be entertained by a series of amusing misadventures and vivid depictions of fox hunts.