“Humility is a grace that shines in a high condition but cannot, equally, in a low one because a person in the latter is already, perhaps, too much humbled.”
Quote by Samuel Richardson
Work
A collection of the moral and instructive sentiments: a facsimile reproduction
This facsimile reproduction presents a detailed and accurate copy of a renowned collection that focuses on moral and instructive sentiments. It is designed to provide readers with a direct and authentic experience of the original text. more
Author
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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