“The world, the wise world, that never is wrong itself, judges always by events. And if he should use me ill, then I shall be blamed for trusting him: if well, O then I did right, to be sure!--But how would my censurers act in my case, before the event justifies or condemns the action, is the question.”
Quote by Samuel Richardson
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Pamela Volume 1: Samuel Richardson Collections
This volume is the first part of a two-volume novel by Samuel Richardson, renowned for its detailed character development and its exploration of the complexities of human nature. The story follows the adventures of Pamela, a young servant girl, and her interactions with her employer, Mr. B., highlighting the challenges and triumphs of virtue in a corrupt world. more
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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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