... to fire, you could draw me to water, you could draw me to the gallows, you could draw me to any death, you could draw me to anything I have most avoided, you could draw me to any exposure and disgrace.? The man also is making the offer withall my heart?. The man in this passage used whimsical diction to express his feeling and tell how ... he loves the woman. This man assumes that he will help make a better life of the woman. He states,My reputation stands quite high, and would be a shield ... man is proposing with love, the probable effect should be the same as the intended effect, th...

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... from home. When she ventured out with great ambition and a barely-working, cantankerous car, life took a whole different turn. Some woman at the Oklahoma Cherokee nation abandoned three-year-old, American Indian girl Turtle and Taylor, for the first time, met the complication of life. Upon arriving in Tucson, Arizona, Taylor realized she must come to terms with motherhood and settling down. She was ... and became roommates with Lou Ann, a woman divorced by her husband Angel. Taylor spent the first half of her life avoiding motherhood and tires, and later she counted them as blessings. T...

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... will bring him low, but he who is lowly in spirit will obtain honor" (English Standard Version, Proverbs 29:23). He announces this to make known the punishments that will be brought by a prideful heart and personality. Pride comes inevitably in all human beings, but Solomon realizes that you must, "Let another praise you, and not your own mouth; a stranger ... occurrence again. During Charlotte's conversation with Jane she announces her feelings towards Mr. Darcy when she says, "he is at up with pride"(Austen 20). Pride can be the deciding factor for some people regarding friendships, b...

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... Jane's lack of hope, and the ache in her heart. Jane receives a letter from Mr. Bingley's sister with very surprising information about Mr. Bignley, the man she has fallen in love with. "Miss Bingley's letter arrived, and put an end to doubt. The very fist sentence conveyed the assurance of their being settled in London for the winter... Miss Darcy's praise occupied the chief of it. Her many ... . Darcy's house. Jane wondered if Mr. Bingley had any feelings for her at all. The complete lack of communication from Mr. Bingley as well as his sudden move forced Jane to believe that the relat...

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... emotive proceedings, though, they"re reunited and married. Austen shows us how love can overcome any difficulties or obstacles because of the potency it carries. Kate Chopin, in her "Story of an Hour" suggests a more idealistic and radical tactic for resolving relational complications. In her story, she illustrates a woman, frustrated with her married life, who erroneously hears of her husband's ... death. As she hears of this news, she feels a great sensation of freedom and independence, but when the mistake is discovered, she dies of a heart attack, incapable of enduring the revitaliz...

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... representation of the characters within it is a great opportunity for readers to use their own imagination. Throughout reading Austen's Pride and Prejudice, I developed my own mental images of the characters. It was especially interesting to reflect on how I had imagined the characters to be at the beginning of the novel, and how my perceptions changed by the end. In the 1940's film, the actors represented the characters well: ... he does. I also realised that Bingley's other sister and her husband, the Hursts, were not included in the film. On the other hand, I preferred the way Lydia'...

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... Elinor who represents Sense. We find out early on that Elinor does not share her feelings. When Edward comes into the story there is an immediate attraction. Elinor tells no one of her feelings. It is just assumed that they are meant for each other. When Edward has to leave Elinor does not say anything. Edward does promise he will come down ... , Elinor starts to cry as she listens. She said the song was her late fathers favorite. Later on in the story when Elinor and Marianne are in London, Marianne continually gets on to Elinor for not sharing her feelings. Elinor finally shows her emo...

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... a not so appealing light. The tumult of the home is directly derived from the tumult within the family. From their troubles controlling their younger daughter to the struggle to find husbands for the eldest daughters, there is always a heated discussion in the Bennet home. The beauty and serenity of Pemberly illuminates to Elizabeth the goodness in Darcy's heart and when she happens upon him in the garden, the scenery about him emphasizes his ... better traits. It is at the Longborn estate, however ... ...

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... . Everyday writing to her sister Suzy, about her achievements improving everyday, of making an effort towards her aristocratic family, and fitting in Mansfield Park. Many problems are faced for the family: Maria's lust for Henry, Henry's heart for Fanny Price, a grown relation between Edmond and, and Tom's illness and hatred towards his father's slavery business. As Henry Crawford asked Fanny's Price to be his wife ... , immediately Fanny rejected and saying she can not trust him. Sir Thomas then told Fanny Price that by not marrying Henry Crawford the whole repitation of the family will ...

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... noticed the different between the rich and the poor from the 1800th century and today. In the film, Mr. Knightly got appalled when Emma offended Miss. Bates, who was poor, in front of the society. Today I do not think any one would have done that. In the past, it seamed that the society had more respect for the poor people than they have today. When I saw the film, my heart felt a ... warm feeling. I like the English landscape in the film, with green hills and widespread meadows. With all the beautiful castles and Ladies with beautiful dresses ... . I wish I could live in that time for ...

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... were often married off to gain wealth and stability in society, while men, on the other hand, married for comfort and companionship and to fulfill the norm of society. The marriages in this story consisted of people from the upper classes. The marriages in Great Expectations, on the other hand were primarily from the middle class. They dealt with emotions to an extent, but were primarily about financial ... pursuit of Lydia; and also Miss. Bingly's unsuccessful attempt to attract Darcy. Courtship has a profound importance in this book, but for the most part, at the heart of it all is of...

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... were often married off to gain wealth and stability in society, while men, on the other hand, married for comfort and companionship and to fulfill the norm of society. The marriages in this story consisted of people from the upper classes. The marriages in Great Expectations, on the other hand were primarily from the middle class. They dealt with emotions to an extent, but were primarily about financial ... pursuit of Lydia; and also Miss. Bingly's unsuccessful attempt to attract Darcy. Courtship has a profound importance in this book, but for the most part, at the heart of it all is of...

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... . Jane was well educated at Lowood School. She was even teaching there for two years. But although she was well educated and employed, she was the last stupid servant for rich ladies. I can remember the dialogue between Mrs. and Miss Ingram at the party in Rochester's house. "My dearest, don't mention governesses, the word makes me nervous," or "I have just one word to say ... them immediately. Jane's education and decent behavior didn't bring her independent life, but she could do the work what she liked. Because of her education she could find a job as a governess in the house of Mr. F...

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... her younger sister, represents qualities of "sensibility", which stand for emotion, spontaneity, and impulsiveness. Whereas Elinor conceals her regard for Edward Ferrars, Marianne openly and unashamedly proclaims her passion for John Willoughby. Their different attitudes toward the men they love, and how to express that love, reflect there opposite temperaments. For example, when Lucy Steele confessed her relationship and engagement to ... and physical sickness, whereas Elinor did not let her emotions destroy her life. Sense and sensibility by Jane Austen is an overall satisfying novel. M...

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... the complication (Klarer 172) of the plot, meaning that the denouement (Klarer 173) of the plot would be her eventual mental development displayed in the last scenes of the book, when Catherine interprets the letter from Isabella impeccably and acts in a way that is suitable for an adult woman, and the exposition the exhibition of her innocence and naivety in the beginning. Jane Austen uses the alienation of the ... of her mental development as supposed discourse in Northanger Abbey is not apparent, until Austen introduces the second chapter with these words: "Her heart was affectionat...

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... , therefore, she does not want to assume that he cares for her anymore than a friend. Elinor stays realistic in fear of being disappointed. Her serious personality is the exact opposite of her sister, Marianne's. Marianne Dashwood is the middle sister. She shares Elinor's kind and caring nature, but acts only with her heart and emotions. She is very honest but also impulsive and vulnerable ... . She falls head over feet for a young man named John Willoughby. She knows him for only a short period of time, yet ... retain her from doing so. Elinor's cautious ways help to subtly restrict Mar...

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... Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy. In the course of the novel, together, Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy run into many circumstances where, in the beginning, their prejudices collide into dislike for each other and in the end turns into love for each other. The leading female character in the novel is Elizabeth Bennet, better ... family name, magnificent estate, and sizable fortune all contribute to his pride. But there's another side to his character, as Elizabeth learns. The transformation he makes in response to Elizabeth's rejection will be evident when she meets him at Pemberley. He is a gener...

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... story" than Sense and Sensibility or Pride and Prejudice, yet still admired her "knowledge of the world, and the peculiar tact with which she presents characters that the readers cannot fail to recognize." True, the storyline has a seeming lack of action, but that is to be expected for a book that rotates around domestic life. Indeed Austen's talents lie in her accurate depiction ... one ball, two marriages, and a happy ending for the heroine. Yet, "In a novel that delights in flirtation and embarrassment, the reader is constantly teased into trying to find out exactly what is going on."...

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... of Darcy's letter, she believed him to be a conceited, vain and arrogant man, stating that she was impressed with the belief of Darcy's "selfish disdain of the feelings for others" (p 164). Reading the letter, Elizabeth learns of Mr. Wickham's deceitful attempt to inherit a fortune by eloping with Darcy's younger sister. Elizabeth feels hypocritical and embarrassed that she made such ... projects herself in a prejudice manner because of her tendency to make quick judgments. Throughout the course of the novel, Elizabeth changes her judgmental ways and becomes more accepting, thus making...

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... knowledge to judge her integrity; this she exercises by rejecting Mr. Collin's marriage proposal. Following Elizabeth's engagement with Mr. Darcy, she questions him whether he admired her for her impertinence. And he replies, "For the liveliness of your mind, I did." (pg. 291), suggesting that he detected this unique quality in her disposition that led to his attraction to her. This can also ... is not half so handsome as Jane." (pg. 2) but is reflected in her interactions with other characters, particularly close relations. In the selected passage, Mr. Bennet observes that Elizabeth's ...

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... between Elizabeth and Darcy reflects on their interest shared by each other. The marriage of Elizabeth and Darcy was also pure love for one another. Though this is not established until the end of the novel. Darcy's love for Elizabeth is expressed from his heart. Austen illustrates this when he states to Elizabeth, "You must allow me to tell you I admire and love you," p157. ... and respects her as much as she does him. Jane married Bingley for love. Their marriage was a perfect match and their feelings for one another were undeniably from the heart. Thus showing Jane and Bingley married...

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... cherishing a faded graven image, shabby as a miniature scarecrow." A young woman absent the social advantages of family, wealth, and beauty, Jane suffers from the cruel treatment of Lowood because her aunt wants to punish her for her rebelliousness to the heartbreak in her many attempts to marry her beloved Rochester, "All my heart is yours, sir: it belongs to you; and with you it would ... remain, were fate to exile the rest of me from your presence forever." Jane's search ... for self-realization as an equal of man and an ... ...

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... , dismissing it often as though he does not know what he is speaking of. However, after time has passed Emma begins to realize the truth behind Mr. Knightley's suggestions and takes his criticism to heart. Through her trip of self-understanding, Emma's character slowly transforms from one whose drive is to make matches, to one who is very concerned with helping others ... . Even though her attempts to help can be considered ineffective, she is well intentioned. The Emma evolution best shows her transformation from a young, nave lady ... in inviting a family such as theirs to their silly ...

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... does not an inheritance make. Jane Bennet, the first of the girls in the household to descend upon Mr. Bennet does not have the social ties that deem her respectable by Miss Bingley or Mrs. Hurst (formerly a Miss Bingley, as well). "I have excessive regard for Jane Bennet, she is really a very sweet girl, and I wish with all my heart she were well settled. But with such ... a father and mother, and such low connections, I am afraid there is no chance of it" (8, 32). After this statement, it is heartily agreed by the Bingley women, and Mr. Darcy that such status ... being an excellent w...

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... their destinies can only be encouraging only if they marry someone with higher social standings. Only women like Emma Woodhouse, who was a part of the wealthy, landed gentry with a sizable fortune of her own, would chose to remain unmarried. Jane Fairfax is portrayed by Austen as a pleasant ... have to marry someone like Frank Churchill/ Mr. Knightley to achieve stable social standings. We can therefore concur that social destiny for Jane Fairfax has always stayed the same, she had to marry someone with high standings in order to escape her low life working as a governess, so ... shows...

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