Restoration Literature
Temptation refers to the desire to engage in short-term urges for enjoyment that threatens long-term goals. In the context of literature, particularly in the works of Samuel Richardson, it often highlights moral dilemmas faced by characters as they navigate their desires against societal expectations. This struggle is deeply intertwined with themes of virtue, honor, and the consequences of succumbing to one’s passions.
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