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Anonymous
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Anonymous, Anonymous
Clarissa Dormer : $b or, The advantages of good instruction
$aUnited Kingdom :$bJ. Harris, $c1808.
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"Clarissa Dormer: or, The Advantages of Good Instruction" by Anonymous is a didactic narrative likely written in the early 19th century. This book serves as a moral tale that illustrates the importance of education, virtue, and humane treatment of others, particularly regarding slavery in the context of the West Indies. It delves into the upbringing of a young girl named Clarissa, highlighting her transition from a spoiled child to a more righteous individual, shaped by her governess's influence. The story follows Clarissa Dormer, the daughter of wealthy plantation owners, who is initially indulged and tyrannical due to her parents' lax discipline. The arrival of her governess, Miss Melville, brings the potential for change, as she seeks to impart proper education and moral lessons to Clarissa. Throughout the narrative, the unjust treatment of slaves on the plantation becomes a significant theme, particularly when Clarissa's actions lead to the brutal punishment of a slave named Dinah. Upon the death of her father, Clarissa inherits the plantation, and under her stewardship, she chooses to treat the slaves justly, ultimately leading to their loyalty and protection of her during a slave revolt. The book underscores the idea that kindness and good instruction can elevate one's character, asserting that all individuals deserve humanity and respect, irrespective of their social status or skin color. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/clarissadormeror00londiala
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Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Children's stories
Girls -- Juvenile fiction
West Indies -- Juvenile fiction
Governesses -- Juvenile fiction
Black people -- Juvenile fiction
Race relations -- Juvenile fiction
Racially mixed children -- Juvenile fiction
Slavery -- West Indies -- Juvenile fiction
Slave rebellions -- Juvenile fiction
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Novels
Category: History - American
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
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