TITLE:Sense and Sensibility

PUBLISHER:Harper Press

ISBN:9780007350797

DEC-INDEX :823.7

YEAR:2010

RESUME:"Sense and Sensibility" is a novel by Jane Austen, first published in 1811. The novel follows the lives of two sisters, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, as they navigate the social and romantic challenges of Georgian England. The novel explores themes of love, marriage, and societal expectations, and contrasts the characters of Elinor, who embodies sense and rationality, and Marianne, who embodies sensibility and emotional impulsiveness. Through the experiences of the Dashwood sisters, Austen critiques the societal norms of the time and the limitations placed on women's choices and opportunities. The novel also portrays the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of finding true love and happiness in a society that values wealth and status above all else. Overall, "Sense and Sensibility" is a classic work of literature that continues to be admired for its wit, humor, and insightful commentary on the social and romantic mores of Georgian England.

N_PAGES:388

ILLUSTRATION:non

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