.....along, how are you reacting to "Joseph Andrews," on its own?
As I am reading along, I am thoroughly enjoying the comedy elements in Joseph Andrews, and the way the plot moves along swiftly. The title character is interesting, in that he is the antithesis of the stereotypical male who cannot resist the charms of a woman and who wants to seduce women. On the other hand, Joseph is the one who resists the charms of women. He is committed to the love of his life, Fanny. I also like the fact that Mrs. Booby goes… Continue Reading...
.....along, how are you reacting to "Joseph Andrews," on its own?
I enjoyed reading "Joseph Andrews" for several reasons. For one, the language is challenging but I appreciate reading the text. Second, I find the content of Joseph Andrews interesting, as it lends insight into the historical and social context of the work. Most importantly, I appreciate the humor in the text, which is more overt and obvious than I expected. Right from the opening chapter, the author uses humor and satire when speaking of "male chastity." Throughout Joseph Andrews, there is sexual innuendo and symbolism… Continue Reading...
Clergymen
One of the clearest features shared by Fielding's Adams in Joseph Andrews, Goldsmith's Primrose in The Vicar of Wakefield, and Sterne's Yorick in A Sentimental Journey through France and Italy is relentlessness that the characters demonstrate, as though by sheer force of will they may manage affairs to a happy conclusion. In spite of their sometimes obtuse qualities, their evident pride in themselves, their naivete, their innocence, their ability to bungle their way into all manner of episodic conundrums, their resolute good humor through it all ensures the reader that whatever grace they do possess will be sufficient to make… Continue Reading...