How we cite our quotes: (Letter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
And so a noted whoremonger is to be chosen before a man who is a money-lover! (32.41)
Ouch! Uncle Antony tells it like it is. But we also get a glimpse into Harlowe family politics: greed beats out a scandalous reputation any day.
Quote #5
I was going to speak with vehemence, but she put her handkerchief before my mouth, very rudely […] (53.36)
This is what we'd call a big-time clash of wills, and we don't know whose is stronger: Clarissa's or her sister's. If you can't beat them, at least you can put your handkerchief over their mouth …
Quote #6
They knew that if once you were restored to favour, love suspended would be love augmented, and that you must defeat and expose them, and triumph by your amiable qualities and great talents over all their arts (100.38)
True or false, Shmoopers: is Anna correct about Clarissa's siblings' motives, or do they have just a hint of goodwill toward their sis? Could they be looking out for her in their own way?