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Clarissa Harlowe, or the History of a Young Lady - Volume 1

Clarissa Harlowe, or the History of a Young Lady - Volume 1

Written by: Samuel Richardson
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 In the captivating tale of Clarissa Harlowe, we meet a beautiful and virtuous young lady caught in the web of her familys newfound wealth and their ambitions for social elevation. As her relatives pressure her to marry the wealthy but unfeeling Roger Solmes, Clarissas spirit remains unyielding. Determined to preserve her autonomy and moral integrity, she is lured by the charming yet cunning Lovelace into a daring escape. Yet, unlike many of her contemporaries, Clarissa dreams not of marriage but of a peaceful life of independence. (Summary by Wikipedia)Copyright Culture and Heritage classics Drama & Plays Social Sciences
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    037 - Letter XXXVI
    Feb 22 2026
    In the captivating tale of Clarissa Harlowe, we meet a beautiful and virtuous young lady caught in the web of her familys newfound wealth and their ambitions for social elevation. As her relatives pressure her to marry the wealthy but unfeeling Roger Solmes, Clarissas spirit remains unyielding. Determined to preserve her autonomy and moral integrity, she is lured by the charming yet cunning Lovelace into a daring escape. Yet, unlike many of her contemporaries, Clarissa dreams not of marriage but of a peaceful life of independence. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    32 mins
  • 036 - Letter XXXV

    036 - Letter XXXV
    Feb 21 2026
    In the captivating tale of Clarissa Harlowe, we meet a beautiful and virtuous young lady caught in the web of her familys newfound wealth and their ambitions for social elevation. As her relatives pressure her to marry the wealthy but unfeeling Roger Solmes, Clarissas spirit remains unyielding. Determined to preserve her autonomy and moral integrity, she is lured by the charming yet cunning Lovelace into a daring escape. Yet, unlike many of her contemporaries, Clarissa dreams not of marriage but of a peaceful life of independence. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    8 mins
  • 035 - Letter XXXIV

    035 - Letter XXXIV
    Feb 20 2026
    In the captivating tale of Clarissa Harlowe, we meet a beautiful and virtuous young lady caught in the web of her familys newfound wealth and their ambitions for social elevation. As her relatives pressure her to marry the wealthy but unfeeling Roger Solmes, Clarissas spirit remains unyielding. Determined to preserve her autonomy and moral integrity, she is lured by the charming yet cunning Lovelace into a daring escape. Yet, unlike many of her contemporaries, Clarissa dreams not of marriage but of a peaceful life of independence. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    11 mins
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