Henry Fieldings Joseph Andrews tries to make a comparison between those who are virtuous and those who are indulged in their lust However Fielding presents many examples about charity chastity virginity and faith Out of those chastity seems to be an important value through the character of Joseph Accordingly Joseph appears as chaste and handsome Because of his beauty Joseph faces many trials of seduction In book 1 chapter 8 Joseph is shown defending his virginity against Lady Booby That is when