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An Address to a Wealthy Libertine / or, the Melancholy Effects of Seduction; with a Letter from an Unfortunate Farmer's Daughter, to her Parents in Norfolk cover

An Address to a Wealthy Libertine / or, the Melancholy Effects of Seduction; with a Letter from an Unfortunate Farmer's Daughter, to her Parents in Norfolk

By James Parkerson
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A set of moral poems and ballads admonishes an affluent seducer and traces the social and personal ruin that can follow sexual temptation. One piece takes the form of a repentant letter from a young farmer’s daughter pleading for forgiveness and expressing remorse. Other poems depict parental anguish, public censure, and the slide from innocence to prostitution and punishment while warning against parental indulgence and vain fashions. Short elegies and village sketches celebrate a respected local man and sketch provincial customs, combining social critique with domestic portraiture.

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James Parkerson

James Parkerson was a 19th-century English poet known for his reflective and moralistic verse. His works often explore themes of social justice, personal struggle, and the human condition. Among his notable titles is "A Poem to the Memory of our late lamented Queen Caroline of England," which showcases his ability to blend personal sentiment with public events. Parkerson's poetry frequently addresses contemporary issues, as seen in works like "The Bankrupt; Or, Advice to the Insolvent," where he offers guidance to those facing financial hardship. His contributions to poetry reflect the societal concerns of his time, particularly in relation to morality and the plight of the individual.

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