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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

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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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  • 045 - Letter XLIV

    045 - Letter XLIV
    Mar 2 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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    15 mins
  • 044 - Letter XLIII

    044 - Letter XLIII
    Mar 1 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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    16 mins
  • 043 - Letter XLII

    043 - Letter XLII
    Feb 28 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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    29 mins
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