... 's use of the romance genre and her incorporation of irony to express her views demonstrates the possibility of an atypical heroine and emphasises its importance. With both Elizabeth Bennet and Emma's protagonist, Emma Woodhouse, we are presented with unconventional protagonists who present a progressive and more realistic portrayal of the heroine, and, on a deeper level, women and social class. In light of this, ... woman' at this time. Moreover, a woman must "possess a certain something in her air and manner of walking" (39). According to this list of requirements, Caroline and Emma Woo...

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