JOURNAL ARTICLE

Clarissa’s Accounts: Ephemeral History and the Eighteenth-Century Memorandum Book.

  • Published In: Eighteenth Century: Theory & Interpretation, 2023, v. 64, n. 1/2. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Yingst, Carlisle 3 of 3

Abstract

The article delves into the importance of memorandum books in Samuel Richardson's novel Clarissa, focusing on the protagonist's meticulous record-keeping for managing time and virtuous behavior. It explores how journal-keeping was viewed as a tool for self-improvement in the 18th century, drawing parallels between Clarissa's accounts and contemporary guides on time management and morality. The text also discusses the broader cultural context of memorandum books in the 18th century, emphasizing their role in documenting daily events and individual histories, despite their low status and satirical portrayals. Ultimately, it reflects on the significance of preserving ephemeral records as a means of capturing history and memory. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Eighteenth Century: Theory & Interpretation. 2023/03, Vol. 64, Issue 1/2, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0193-5380
  • DOI:10.1353/ecy.2023.a937912
  • Accession Number:181213809
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