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Sense And Sensibility
Sense And Sensibility
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'The more I know of the world, the more am I convinced that I shall never see a man whom I can really love. I require so much!'
Marianne Dashwood wears her heart on her sleeve, and when she falls in love with the dashing but unsuitable John Willoughby she ignores her sister Elinor's warning that her impulsive behaviour leaves her open to gossip and innuendo. Meanwhile Elinor, always sensitive to social convention, is struggling to conceal her own romantic disappointment, even from those closest to her. Through their parallel experience of love—and its threatened loss—the sisters learn that sense must mix with sensibility if they are to find personal happiness in a society where status and money govern the rules of love.
This edition includes explanatory notes, textual variants between the first and second editions, and Tony Tanner's introduction to the original Penguin Classic edition.
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One Line Summary
Classic tale of love, society, and balance in hearts.
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Who is this book for?
If you enjoy stories about heartfelt emotions clashing with societal expectations, you'll find Austen's Sense and Sensibility captivating. It offers a beautifully drawn contrast between the impulsive Marianne and the cautious Elinor, showing how their experiences shaping love and life remain relevant today. This edition, with added notes and introduction, makes it even richer for those wanting a deeper understanding of Austen's world.