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Themes for the novel Sense and Sensibility??? Is the title part of the themes of the book

2007-12-17 03:19:28 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities Books & Authors

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Yes. The oppostional qualities between "sense" and "sensibility" are illustrated throughout the book.

Sense = a general conscious awareness; "a sense of security"; "a sense of happiness"; "a sense of danger"; "a sense of self"

Sensibility = mental responsiveness and awareness

The differences between the two can be illustrated by comparing the two sisters -- Elinor is sense and Marianne is sensibility.

Elinor or sense embodies reason, restraint, social responsibility, a concern for the welfare of others.

Marianne or sensibility is all about emotions and spontaneous, impulsive acts. She is not as much concerned about people; instead she she is singularly devoted to them.

Here are some of the general themes in the book:
Discretion
Expectations vs. reality
Gender
Jealousy
Judgement
Marriage
Money/Inheritance
Secrecy

2007-12-17 04:05:28 · answer #1 · answered by Beach Saint 7 · 2 0

Yes, but you need to expand on those two words. What bigger point is Austen making about those who demonstrate sense and those who demonstrate emotional sensibility? What are the benefits and drawbacks of thinking just with your mind? Just with your heart?

2007-12-17 11:25:51 · answer #2 · answered by truefirstedition 7 · 0 0

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