Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Clarissa Harlowe V4: In a Series of Letters is a novel written by Samuel Richardson. It is the fourth volume in the series and tells the story of Clarissa Harlowe, a young woman who struggles to maintain her virtue and independence in a society that values conformity and obedience. The novel is written in the form of letters exchanged between the characters, allowing the reader to see the story unfold through their perspectives. The plot is centered around Clarissa's relationships with the men in her life, including her suitor Lovelace, who seeks to possess her against her will. The novel explores themes of love, marriage, gender roles, and social class, and is considered a masterpiece of 18th-century literature. Richardson's writing style is known for its detailed descriptions and emotional intensity, making The History of Clarissa Harlowe V4 a powerful and moving work of fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.