Pamela, Volume II

By: Samuel Richardson

A hush falls over the grand estate as dusk settles, shadows lengthening across polished floors and whispered secrets. Within these walls, the delicate balance between virtue and temptation is tested at every turn, as a young woman once a servant now navigates the intricate expectations of society's upper echelons. Set in the heart of eighteenth century England, this epistolary fiction captures the complexities of moral development and the shifting contours of social class struggle. The narrative unfolds through private letters, each one a window into the hopes, fears, and passionate convictions of a heroine whose very existence challenges the boundaries between servant and master. With a keen eye for the subtleties of human emotion and the relentless pressures of reputation, the story explores how virtue is both shield and weapon in a world where every gesture is scrutinised. The tension between desire and duty pulses beneath the surface, offering readers an intimate portrait of romantic fiction shaped by the realities of early British society. Through the heroine's journey, the novel probes the consequences of steadfastness and the rewards that may-or may not-await those who hold to their principles. Its nuanced depiction of women in literature, set against the backdrop of historical fiction, has ensured its lasting place in the canon of English literature. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For both general readers and collectors, the enduring questions of virtue and reward, social aspiration, and the power of the written word continue to resonate, making this a work of enduring significance.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9375365727
• ISBN13: 9789375365723
• Release Date: June 2026
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 1.1" x 6.0"