Sense, Sensibility, and the Symphony of Life: the Dashwood Sisters in Jane Austen’s Novel
Words: 790 1374Jane Austen’s "Sense and Sensibility" tells the story of the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, navigating the societal pressures and personal desires of late 18th-century England. This exploration of reason and emotion can be uniquely viewed through the lens of musical composition, where the structured harmony of Elinor contrasts with the free-flowing melody of Marianne. By comparing their journeys to the elements of a symphony, we can appreciate the balance they seek in life, much like the balance sought in […]