Abstract

Sense and Sensibility is a novel written by Jane Austen that was first published in 1811.This article analyses distinct characteristics between the two sisters and their emotional experiences by contrast. It shows the great difference between sense and sensibility. Just as the novel’s title, sense should be mixed with sensibility, if you want to know how to find your lifelong happiness.   

Key words: distinct characteristics; contrast; Sense and Sensibility

Contents

Abstract

摘要

1. Introduction-1

2. Literature Review-2

3.Marianne’s View of Marriage-2

3.1 Marianne’s image created by Austen-3

3.2Marianne’s romantic entanglement between two gentlemen-4

4.Eleanor’s View of Marriage-6

4.1 Eleanor’s image created by Austen-7

4.2 Eleanor’s personality via language and nature-7

5.Enlightenment to the modern marriage-8

6.Conclusion-9

Works Cited-11