Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 3 by Samuel Richardson

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Author Richardson, Samuel, 1689-1761
Title Clarissa Harlowe; or the history of a young lady — Volume 3
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clarissa
Note Reading ease score: 76.0 (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 3" by Samuel Richardson is an epistolary novel written during the early 18th century. This volume continues to delve into the tumultuous life and experiences of the young protagonist, Clarissa Harlowe, as she navigates the complexities of love, familial obligation, and social pressures amidst a backdrop of moral dilemmas. The opening of this volume presents a series of letters that set the tone for Clarissa’s ongoing struggle. Her correspondence with her friend, Miss Howe, reveals her deep turmoil over her situation with Mr. Lovelace, who employs manipulative tactics to win her over. Clarissa expresses grief and regret for the compromises she has made, feeling trapped between her family's expectations and her desires. As Lovelace schemes to separate her from her family's control, the letters highlight the psychological tension she endures, marked by her fluctuating emotions and desperate longing for autonomy. The reader witnesses the mounting pressure on Clarissa as she confronts her choices, setting the stage for further complications in her already precarious position. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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
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EBook-No. 9881
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Most Recently Updated Dec 22, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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