Amelia

""Amelia"" is a novel written by Henry Fielding, first published in 1751. The story follows the life of a young woman named Amelia, who is married to Captain William Booth, a soldier who is frequently away on military duty. Despite their love for each other, their marriage is plagued by financial difficulties and the constant threat of infidelity.As the story unfolds, Amelia must navigate a series of challenges, including the seduction attempts of the villainous Mr. Atkinson, the betrayal of her former friend Mrs. Bennet, and the tragic death of her infant son. Meanwhile, Captain Booth struggles to maintain his honor and reputation in the face of false accusations and a society that values wealth and status above all else.Through the trials and tribulations of Amelia and Captain Booth, Fielding explores themes of love, loyalty, and the corrupting influence of money and power. The novel is also notable for its satirical commentary on the social and political landscape of 18th-century England, particularly the hypocrisy and corruption of the upper classes.Overall, ""Amelia"" is a complex and engaging work of literature that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Georgian England.If the vulgar Opinion of the Fatality in Marriage had ever any Sanction, it surely, had such in my Marriage with my Amelia. I knew her in the first Dawn of her Beauty; and, I believe, Madam, she had as much as ever fell to the Share of a Woman; but though I always admired her, it was long without any Spark of Love. Perhaps the general Admiration which at that Time pursued her, the Respect paid her by Persons of the highest Rank, and the numberless Addresses which were made her by Men of great Fortune, prevented my aspiring at the Possession of those Charms, which seemed so absolutely out of my Reach.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.