Clarissa Harlowe or, The History of A Young Lady - Volume 1

Clarissa Harlowe; or, The History of a Young Lady – Volume 1 – Softcover Edition

First published in 1748, Samuel Richardson’s Clarissa Harlowe is a towering achievement of 18th-century literature and one of the longest novels in the English language. Told entirely through letters, the story immerses readers in the life of Clarissa, a virtuous young woman whose wealth and beauty make her the target of both family ambition and predatory desire.

In Volume 1, we witness the beginning of Clarissa’s ordeal—her family’s schemes to marry her to a man she despises, the growing influence of the rakish Robert Lovelace, and the moral and emotional struggles that will define her fate. Richardson’s meticulous character studies and moral themes set the stage for one of literature’s most tragic and compelling narratives.

This softcover edition features:

• Complete and unabridged text of Volume 1

• Clear, reader-friendly formatting

• Portable size for convenient reading

An enduring masterpiece of psychological realism, Clarissa remains essential reading for lovers of classic literature.