Sense and Sensibility

Austen| Jane

Jane Austen's first published novel follows the Dashwood sisters after their father's death leaves them nearly penniless. Elinor, the sensible elder sister, and Marianne, the passionately emotional…

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divine intervention 260 marianne's emotional expression 22 brandon's affections 19 elinor's assessment of edward’s affections 12 emotional expression and restraint 9 gentry family dynamics 8 emotional expression versus restraint 8 navigating marriage prospects 6 emotional restraint versus expressive sentiment 5 strategies for maintaining appearances 5 social interactions within gentry families 4 family dynamics within the gentry class 4 family dynamics within gentry households 4 delayed departure and disruption 4 anxiety surrounding edward ferrars’ presence 4 social interactions within gentry circles 3 social interactions among female relatives 3 social expectations regarding marriage 3 social expectations regarding female conduct 3 social expectations regarding female behavior 3 marriage prospects and expectations 3 marriage prospects and courtship 3 family relationships and dynamics 3 family dynamics within the dashwood household 3 family dynamics within gentry class 3 family dynamics and sibling relationships 3 family dynamics and relationships 3 emotional expression versus social restraint 3 the importance of shared artistic taste 3 speculation regarding personal affairs 3

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