Structure and Characterization in Sense and Sensibility
Fiction was not considered an important part of literature in the early nineteenth century when Jane Austen published her novels. Fiction was presumed to be immoral and even dangerous since it "over-excited the imagination" (Halperin 5). Many religious denominations instituted anti- fiction campaigns to protect young people from the corrupting influence of the novels. It was not until the middle of the nineteenth century that this attitude regarding fiction began to change. Due to this bias as well as the anonymity that Jane Austen sought by not putting her own name on her novels, there were very few critical reviews made of her work until the mid-1800's.
Many early reviewers
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Though Marianne was happy for a time, her happiness faded and causes her immeasurable misery when Willoughby deserted her. Because Elinor followed one of the major rules of social conduct, she avoided the loss of her self-respect and dignity when she learned of his attachment to Lucy. Elinor's general civility involves a "delicate balance between personal feelings and the rational restraint demanded by public norms of polite pretense" (Brown 26). This was a direct contrast with Marianne's attitude" ." . . it was impossible for her to say what she did not feel, however trivial the occasion" and upon Elinor therefore the whole task of telling lies when politeness required it, always fell" (122). These occasions usually occurred when the truth had to be stretched to avoid gossip or hurt feelings. For instance, when Lucy and her sister discussed Lady Middleton's disposition with Marianne and Elinor, Marianne's silence made Elinor assume the burden of lying. There were many times when, meeting acquaintances or visiting with them, Marianne would be lost in thought with no concern about what was taking place. "To atone for this conduct therefore, Elinor took immediate possession of the post of civility which she had assigned herself . . ." (160). Proper social conduct was very exacting for Elinor. Marianne was of no help to her in meeting their social obligations to avoid …show more content…
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