Peter Abelard (1079-1142), French scholastic philosopher
1779
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L. Truchy, 1721–1764
Pamela is represented in this first Piece, writing in her late Lady's dressing room, her History being known only by her letters. She is here surprised by Mr. B. who improves this occasion to further his designs
1762
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Print made by Guillaume Philippe Benoist, 1725–ca. 1770
Pamela, being now in the custody of Mrs. Jenkes, seizes an occasion (as they are walking in the garden) to propose a Correspondence with Mr. Williams in order to contrive an Escape, who agree to hide their letters between two tiles near the Sunflower