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Sense and Sensibility by Austen, Jane

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Love vs. Duty

"Is it morally justifiable to sacrifice personal happiness for the sake of duty or social expectations?"

Portrait of Elinor Dashwood
Elinor Dashwood
Portrait of Marianne Dashwood
Marianne Dashwood
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Social Mobility Through Marriage

"Is it justifiable to use marriage as a tool for social and economic advancement, even if it means compromising personal happiness or genuine affection?"

Portrait of Lucy Steele
Lucy Steele
Portrait of Elinor Dashwood
Elinor Dashwood
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The Nature of True Gentility

"Does true gentility reside in one's birth and social standing, or is it cultivated through one's character and actions?"

Portrait of John Willoughby
John Willoughby
Portrait of Colonel Brandon
Colonel Brandon
John vs Colonel
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The Expression of Emotion

"Is it more virtuous to openly express one's emotions, or to prioritize restraint and composure, even in the face of great pain or joy?"

Portrait of Marianne Dashwood
Marianne Dashwood
Portrait of Elinor Dashwood
Elinor Dashwood
Marianne vs Elinor
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