Clarissa Harlowe

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Set in 18th-century England, this novel explores the life of Clarissa Harlowe, a young woman of virtue caught in a web of familial and social pressures. Clarissa's struggle for autonomy becomes complicated when she falls victim to the manipulative Lovelace, who seeks to undermine her integrity. The narrative delves into themes of love, honor, and the consequences of societal expectations. Through letters and rich character development, the story highlights the tension between individual desires and societal constraints in a patriarchal world.