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Charlotte Temple is a seduction novel by British-American author Susanna Haswell Rowson, first published in England in 1791. The narrative follows Charlotte, a young woman lured from her school in England to America by a British officer, who ultimately abandons her. The novel became the best-selling work of fiction in early America, maintaining extraordinary popularity through the 19th century with over 200 editions printed. Written in a sentimental style influenced by the epistolary tradition, it is considered a foundational work of American popular fiction and a significant document of early American literary culture.
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Who wrote Charlotte Temple, and when was it first published?
Charlotte Temple was written by Susanna Haswell Rowson, a British-American author. It was first published in England in 1791.
What happens to Charlotte in Charlotte Temple?
Charlotte is lured away from her school in England by a British officer who promises romance and a new life in America. He later abandons her, leaving her vulnerable and isolated.
Is Charlotte Temple an epistolary novel?
Yes. The story is told through letters and other written accounts, making it an epistolary novel.
What kind of book is Charlotte Temple?
It is a seduction novel about deception, abandonment, social pressure, and the dangers faced by a young woman separated from her support network. Its setting moves from England to America.
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