Clarissa + Richard, L or W?
Throughout our discussions in class, the topic of Clarissa's marriage was one that came up a lot. Many people questioned if Richard was the right choice for her, and maybe if she should've gone with Peter. I think many people felt that Peter was a better choice and that Richard was just too safe. However, I would say I have to disagree. Personally, I just feel like Clarissa is going through something kind of like a mid-life crisis. I don't think that it is too extreme, but when it is all said and done, I doubt she really thinks that she should've chosen Peter Walsh of all people. She often reminisces over her teen years, specifically that trip to Bourton. I feel that this shows she would rather be young again and relive those memories rather than actually marry someone else. She questions her marriage a bit and the reader gets the feeling that she may have feelings for Peter Walsh since she's always thinking about him, but I think the scenes where we se...