Amelia (Vol. 3)

Amelia (Vol. 3)

by Henry Fielding

Amelia is a novel by Henry Fielding, first published in 1751. It is the third and final installment in Fielding's trilogy of novels, following Joseph Andrews and Tom Jones. Amelia tells the story of the titular character, a young woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love in order to save her family from financial ruin. Amelia and her husband, William Booth, must then navigate the challenges of married life, including poverty, infidelity, and social stigma. Despite the many obstacles they face, Amelia and William's love for each other remains strong. Amelia is a complex and nuanced novel that explores the themes of love, marriage, and social class. It is a classic work of English literature that continues to be read and enjoyed by readers today.

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Henry Fielding

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Henry Fielding was an English novelist and dramatist known for his earthy humour and satire. His comic novel Tom Jones is still widely appreciated. He and Samuel Richardson are seen as founders of the...

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