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Title: Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded

Author: Samuel Richardson

Narrator: Clare Corbett, Full Cast

Format: Unabridged

Length: 21 hrs and 51 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-08-13

Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 59 votes

Genres: Classics, British Literature

Publisher's Summary:

Samuel Richardson's epistolary novel Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded, published in 1740, tells the story of a young woman's resistance to the desires of her predatory master. Pamela is determined to protect her virginity and remain a paragon of virtue; however, the heroine's moral principles only strengthen the resolve of Mr. B and Pamela soon finds herself imprisoned against her will. The young woman's affection for her captor gradually grows and she becomes aware of a love that combines eros and agape.

Richardson's classic novel created a sensation upon its publication: the novel's radical departure from the traditional comic plot violated convention and its portrayal of a young female servant daring to assert herself proved to be even more controversial. Clare Corbett and cast read from the original, unrevised text that left an indelible mark on the conscience of an entire nation.

Members Reviews:

Six hours too long

I love classic books, but I had a rough time with Pamela. I've always wanted to read it, and I'm ultimately glad I slogged through. However, be prepared for it to go on, and on, and on. The plot leaves something to be desired.

The modern woman revolts at Pamela's big "reward." Therefore, you'll have to try hard to appreciate this book in it's historical context.

I highly recommend reading Shamela by Henry Fielding for dessert!

The one, the only, Pamela!

Where does Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

Number 1!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded?

The turning point of this massive comic novel novel is when Mr. B. morphs from lascivious villain into romantic hero. (If you know Richardson, it's when he transforms from Lovelace into Sir Charles Grandison.) But the most memorable aspect of the novel itself is Pamela's transformation from potential victim to powerful Sheherazade, enrapturing her would-be seducer with the art and charm of her writing, which opens a window into her fine character and witty mind. Before we are done, not only Mr. B., but his sister (in herself a fascinating character) are breathlessly awaiting new installments of Pamela's story in letters, as a rarified form of entertainment. This was the first really great age of novels and compulsive letter writing, and Pamela reflects these cultural trends exquisitely. In addition, the dialog is as good as a play.

Have you listened to any of Clare Corbett and Full Cast s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No. But I will happily buy her reading other classics as they appear. She was superb.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The whole book is moving, entertaining, instructive and fun. It's a slice of 18th century life, complete with descriptions of what they ate, wore, how they recreated, what they read, how they conducted their social rituals, and most importantly, how they spoke. It's a valentine to the elegance and precision of the English language.

Any additional comments?

Unless you adore 18th century novels and have read quite a few, the groundbreaking qualities of this one won't be apparent.