Quotes from book
Amelia
Amelia is a sentimental novel written by Henry Fielding and published in December 1751. It was the fourth and final novel written by Fielding, and it was printed in only one edition while the author was alive, although 5,000 copies were published of the first edition. Amelia follows the life of Amelia and Captain William Booth after they are married. It contains many allusions to classical literature and focuses on the theme of marriage and feminine intelligence, but Fielding's stance on gender issues cannot be determined because of the lack of authorial commentary discussing the matter. Although the novel received praise from many writers and critics, it received more criticism from Fielding's competition, possibly resulting from the "paper war" in which the author was involved.
“Guilt has very quick ears to an accusation.”
Book III, ch. 11
Amelia (1751)
“One fool at least in every married couple.”
Book IX, ch. 4
Amelia (1751)
“Life may as properly be called an art as any other.”
Book I, Ch. 1
Amelia (1751)
“It hath been often said, that it is not death, but dying which is terrible.”
Book III, Ch. 4
Amelia (1751)
“These are called the pious frauds of friendship.”
Book VI, Ch. 6
Amelia (1751)
