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Sense and Sensibility
Book • 1811
Published in 1811, 'Sense and Sensibility' is Jane Austen's first published novel.
It tells the story of the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, who, along with their mother and younger sister Margaret, are forced to leave their family estate after their father's death.
The novel explores the contrast between Elinor's practical sense and Marianne's emotional sensibility as they experience romantic relationships and heartbreak.
Elinor falls in love with Edward Ferrars, who is secretly engaged to another woman, while Marianne becomes infatuated with the unscrupulous John Willoughby.
Through their experiences, Austen delves into themes of love, social class, and the balance between reason and emotion necessary for personal happiness.
It tells the story of the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, who, along with their mother and younger sister Margaret, are forced to leave their family estate after their father's death.
The novel explores the contrast between Elinor's practical sense and Marianne's emotional sensibility as they experience romantic relationships and heartbreak.
Elinor falls in love with Edward Ferrars, who is secretly engaged to another woman, while Marianne becomes infatuated with the unscrupulous John Willoughby.
Through their experiences, Austen delves into themes of love, social class, and the balance between reason and emotion necessary for personal happiness.
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Mentioned in 11 episodes
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Russ Roberts in the context of Charles Darwin's potential exposure to insights on marriage.
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Mentioned by the narrator while describing a conversation between the main character and Georgie, where they discuss their shared love for the book.
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Cal Newport to illustrate the concept of doing fewer things for increased productivity.
Cal Newport to illustrate the concept of doing fewer things for increased productivity.
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Mentioned by Jack in connection with a line from Sense and Sensibility.
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Mentioned by Lucinda Holdforth as a source of inspiration for her piece in Griffith Review, highlighting the tension between sense and sensibility.
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Robb Willer references the novel to illustrate how to navigate information about potential partners.
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Recommended by Philippa Perry to illustrate that initial sparks don't guarantee long-term success in relationships.
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