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Title: Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 9
Note: Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Julie C. Sparks and David Widger
Summary: "Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 9" by Samuel Richardson is a novel written during the early 18th century. This volume continues the tragic tale of Clarissa Harlowe, focusing on themes of virtue, morality, and social conflict, particularly against the backdrop of Clarissa's ongoing struggles with her family and her love interest, Lovelace. The narrative presents a poignant exploration of relationships, forgiveness, and the societal expectations placed upon women. The opening of Volume 9 introduces a somber and reflective tone as Clarissa's health deteriorates. Through a series of letters, we observe the emotions of the key characters, including her cousin Belford and Colonel Morden, who witness her final moments. Clarissa expresses profound piety and compassion, urging those around her not to mourn but to find solace in her faith and acceptance of her fate. Her interactions reflect her noble spirit, revealing her concerns for those who have wronged her and her desire for reconciliation among her family. As she prepares for her impending death, Clarissa's thoughts shift towards forgiveness, love, and the hope for an eternal happiness that transcends her earthly trials. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Richardson, Samuel, 1689-1761
EBook No.: 12398
Published: May 1, 2004
Downloads: 139
Language: English
Subject: England -- Fiction
Subject: Psychological fiction
Subject: Epistolary fiction
Subject: Conflict of generations -- Fiction
Subject: Kidnapping victims -- Fiction
Subject: Young women -- Crimes against -- Fiction
Subject: Rape victims -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 9
Note: Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Julie C. Sparks and David Widger
Summary: "Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 9" by Samuel Richardson is a novel written during the early 18th century. This volume continues the tragic tale of Clarissa Harlowe, focusing on themes of virtue, morality, and social conflict, particularly against the backdrop of Clarissa's ongoing struggles with her family and her love interest, Lovelace. The narrative presents a poignant exploration of relationships, forgiveness, and the societal expectations placed upon women. The opening of Volume 9 introduces a somber and reflective tone as Clarissa's health deteriorates. Through a series of letters, we observe the emotions of the key characters, including her cousin Belford and Colonel Morden, who witness her final moments. Clarissa expresses profound piety and compassion, urging those around her not to mourn but to find solace in her faith and acceptance of her fate. Her interactions reflect her noble spirit, revealing her concerns for those who have wronged her and her desire for reconciliation among her family. As she prepares for her impending death, Clarissa's thoughts shift towards forgiveness, love, and the hope for an eternal happiness that transcends her earthly trials. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Richardson, Samuel, 1689-1761
EBook No.: 12398
Published: May 1, 2004
Downloads: 139
Language: English
Subject: England -- Fiction
Subject: Psychological fiction
Subject: Epistolary fiction
Subject: Conflict of generations -- Fiction
Subject: Kidnapping victims -- Fiction
Subject: Young women -- Crimes against -- Fiction
Subject: Rape victims -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.