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Letters and passages restored from the original manuscripts of the History of Clarissa. To which is subjoined, a collection of such of the moral and instructive sentiments ... contained in the History, as are presumed to be of general use and service ... Published for the sake of doing justice to the purchasers of the first two editions of that work

'Letters and passages restored from the original manuscripts of the History of Clarissa' is a compilation that includes extracts from the original manuscripts of the classic novel 'The History of Clarissa'. The book also features a selection of moral and instructive sentiments drawn from the text, which are believed to be universally valuable. Its publication is intended to acknowledge and compensate the early readers and buyers of the first two editions of 'The History of Clarissa'. more

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Samuel Richardson
Samuel Richardson

Samuel Richardson (August 19, 1689 - July 4, 1761) was an 18th-century English writer, widely regarded as one of the founders of the modern English novel. Born in London during the reign of James II, he initially worked in book printing and publishing before turning to writing. Richardson's major works include 'Pamela,' 'Clarissa,' and 'Sir Charles Grandison,' which are renowned for their psychological depth and vivid character development. He pioneered the use of diary and epistolary formats, allowing readers intimate access to characters' inner worlds. His novels were immensely popular in their time and significantly influenced the development of the novel form, particularly in psychological characterization and social commentary. Richardson's focus on moral instruction and feminine virtue reflected 18th-century English societal values. more

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