Sense And Sensibility: Full Cast Drama
Written by Jane Austen
Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano and The Arc
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Welcome to the world of Jane Austen, one of the most beloved authors in the English language. Austen's works are known for their wit, social commentary, and romantic storylines that have captivated readers for generations. This audiobook is an introduction to the life and works of Austen and will provide a glimpse into her world and the legacy she left behind.
Sense and Sensibility was written by Jane Austen and published in 1811. The novel follows the lives of the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, as they navigate the complexities of love, society, and family in 19th-century England. In this essay, we will explore the themes, characters, and plot of Sense and Sensibility in detail. One of the central themes is the contrast between sense, represented by Elinor, and sensibility, represented by Marianne. Elinor is rational and reserved, while Marianne is impulsive and romantic. The novel explores the strengths and weaknesses of both approaches to life and love. Ultimately, the novel suggests that a balance of sense and sensibility is necessary for a happy and fulfilling life.
The plot of Sense and Sensibility is rich and engaging, with several subplots and twists. The novel begins with the death of the Dashwood sisters' father, leaving them with an uncertain financial future. They move to a cottage in Devonshire, where they meet new friends and potential suitors. Elinor falls in love with Edward Ferrars, but their relationship is threatened by his engagement to Lucy Steele. Marianne falls in love with John Willoughby, but he abandons her for a wealthy heiress. Meanwhile, Colonel Brandon is quietly in love with Marianne, but he is too reserved to express his feelings. Eventually, Elinor and Marianne find love and happiness, but not without enduring hardship and heartbreak along the way.
Jane Austen
Jane Austen (1775-1817) was an English novelist known for six major novels, Pride and Prejudice; Sense and Sensibility; Becoming Jane; Emma; Mansfield Park>; and Northanger Abbey. Her writing style has been widely thought of as a cross between realist and romantic genres. Austen’s prose is poignant, and always features a strong-willed female protagonist. While sparing no detail depicting the lavishness of women in the English upper class, Austen also portrayed the reality of gendered social dynamics in the 19th century. Austen has been hailed as a heroine of her own time, in large part because most of the novels of the day were written by men. Indeed, her literature portrayed a female narrative that was often overlooked in the catalogue of male authors at the time. Austen’s platform gave an important voice to girls and women in literature, and it is for that reason, among countless others, that her works continue to inspire readers today.
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