1. Social Events in Jane Austen's 'Emma'
... Mr Elton is "transferring his affections from Harriet" to herself (p107), subsequently highlights her lack of comprehension of the situation. This Chapter also indicates Emma's ignorance, through the mention of Frank Churchill. Her cherished thoughts of marriage to him, despite never having met him and knowing almost nothing on his character, denote her naivety on the topic of marriage. Chapter 15 contains ... Harriet to decline Mr Martin's proposal on account of his social standing. During the party, Emma's overactive imagination is once again at work, in particular when she expresses ...
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate