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What Did Jane Austen Know About Sex?

Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society

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Cunning Engagements and Marital Politics

This chapter explores the complexities of Edward Ferrars' engagement to Lucy Steele, analyzing her manipulative behavior and motivations. The discussion brings forth themes of marital expectations and sexual dynamics, revealing the strategic underpinnings of their relationship.

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