tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post9139275999610694942..comments2024-03-02T20:13:07.434+00:00Comments on Tiny Library: Sense and Sensibility by Jane AustenSam (Tiny Library)http://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-82971708106664569662015-02-22T01:38:40.096+00:002015-02-22T01:38:40.096+00:00"Sense and Sensibility" is an emotionall..."Sense and Sensibility" is an emotionally powerful, beautifully written tale about two very different sisters, and the rocky road to finding a lasting love. Not as striking as "Pride and Prejudice," but still a deserving classic.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.chipchick.com/2012/08/simplisafe-2-review.html" rel="nofollow">simplisafe 2 review</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00118707550077647899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-38285490505924521932013-09-26T17:04:07.459+01:002013-09-26T17:04:07.459+01:00It's clearly not my all time favorite Pride an...It's clearly not my all time favorite Pride and Prejudice but still one of the best Jane Austen's. I can't seem to read a JA, the effort to understand the period writing is more concentration than I want to commit, so I listen to them, and they are all wonderful so far. I recommend reading the book summary from Sparknotes, makes it easier to follow and remember all of the characters.<br /><br />Irene (<a href="http://andean-inc.com" rel="nofollow">Andean, Inc.</a>)Irene Jenningshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03603959953431879572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-27587893180487128222012-09-23T16:56:24.453+01:002012-09-23T16:56:24.453+01:00I think Jane was an Elinor too, and her novels alw...I think Jane was an Elinor too, and her novels always seem to disparage silly emotional girls and root for the internalized, unrequited love. My favorite evidence of this is Persuasion. I hope you also read Becoming Jane Austen. I just realized that I don't have most Austen novels listed as read in GoodReads so I have work to do! By the way, I love the movie version of Sense and Sensibility. Emma Thompson plays Elinor so well, and I will never forget the scene where she won't say she loves him, but that she "esteems him." I've done that so many times!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00633712081197318104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-60167697921095430652012-09-23T12:20:18.487+01:002012-09-23T12:20:18.487+01:00I do really like those clothblound editions. I thi...I do really like those clothblound editions. I think I've seen versions of all the Austen books and it does shape your perception a lot. Maybe I should try reading one of the ones I've seen redone the least!Elliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14377404526123600035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-13465944509721926092012-09-16T09:13:52.132+01:002012-09-16T09:13:52.132+01:00I'm the same - I prefer Pride and Prejudice an...I'm the same - I prefer Pride and Prejudice and Northanger Abbey because it's delightfully catty at times.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-86867368496843261952012-09-14T14:19:03.034+01:002012-09-14T14:19:03.034+01:00Just popping in to see what you're reading :-)...Just popping in to see what you're reading :-) I think I've made too many reading plans. I see why you try to avoid that! Its like the only thing I can be spontaneous about is my reading and now I'm planning it...its so tempting in October though. But after that, I'm not making definite plans (I hope)!missyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14866072925145042561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-2011198431349065512012-09-14T14:10:43.112+01:002012-09-14T14:10:43.112+01:00It's always nice to meet a fellow Elinor, it j...It's always nice to meet a fellow Elinor, it just seems that most people identify themselves with Marianne. Of course, it was Austen's point to make both sisters appear somewhat extreme, making even Elinor a little bit too private and composed than I would be in reality. I agree with you on Marianne + Colonel Brandon. That match was not a very satisfying one.Chinoiserieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16676489630557961558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-85216274397302096732012-09-14T01:27:25.948+01:002012-09-14T01:27:25.948+01:00This is my favorite Jane Austen novel -- I've ...This is my favorite Jane Austen novel -- I've enjoyed several film adaptations, too. Great review, Sam! I really liked the personal angle. I think I'm a mix of Elinor and Marianne -- my reactions to my emotions fluctuates over time.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-22951966325836414492012-09-13T19:29:29.935+01:002012-09-13T19:29:29.935+01:00Excellent review, Sam. P & P is on my list, bu...Excellent review, Sam. P & P is on my list, but not S & S. I just my add it. I am a Marrianne through and through. :-) Thanks for sharingAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-82314347983752864262012-09-11T21:03:27.487+01:002012-09-11T21:03:27.487+01:00Sense & Sensibility was the first Austen I rea...Sense & Sensibility was the first Austen I read so I have a fondness for it. I'm an Elinor too. :-) Glad you enjoyed it!Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09391899740930810224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-23008521225354609672012-09-11T20:40:24.441+01:002012-09-11T20:40:24.441+01:00I'm excited to have 3 left, Laura. I'm go...I'm excited to have 3 left, Laura. I'm going to have to spread them out so I can look forward to reading them for a bit longer.Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-72596780786076902832012-09-11T20:39:56.212+01:002012-09-11T20:39:56.212+01:00The Three Weissmann's Wesport is now on my wis...The Three Weissmann's Wesport is now on my wishlist, I hadn't heard of it before so thanks for the recommendation :)<br />Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-90897458288564512972012-09-11T20:39:03.190+01:002012-09-11T20:39:03.190+01:00P&P was my first too. I read Emma next and lo...P&P was my first too. I read Emma next and loved it almost as much. After finishing this, I'm excited that I still have 3 brand new books to go.Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-29673078717704152892012-09-11T20:38:29.031+01:002012-09-11T20:38:29.031+01:00I love your Jane Austen blog, it always reminds me...I love your Jane Austen blog, it always reminds me to make time to read the Austens I haven't started yet.Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-29802699884027794702012-09-11T20:37:49.594+01:002012-09-11T20:37:49.594+01:00That's true - and I suspect the Mariannes prob...That's true - and I suspect the Mariannes probably get up to the best adventures!Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-34360433731226543962012-09-11T20:37:19.988+01:002012-09-11T20:37:19.988+01:00Agreed on the links between Jane and Elinor, altho...Agreed on the links between Jane and Elinor, although I think Elinor is more believable as she's not so overly kind and contented. I love Elizabeth but I find her harder to relate to as she's nothing like me. I do admire her spirit though.Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-16996043987170967672012-09-11T20:36:19.717+01:002012-09-11T20:36:19.717+01:00I think the Mariannes and Elinors of the world hav...I think the Mariannes and Elinors of the world have a lot to learn from each other. If only I could be more in the middle...Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-69724125353409139582012-09-11T20:35:45.455+01:002012-09-11T20:35:45.455+01:00It's always a good time to read Austen! :PIt's always a good time to read Austen! :PSam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-90674873716453714622012-09-11T20:35:28.773+01:002012-09-11T20:35:28.773+01:00The relationship between the sisters was something...The relationship between the sisters was something I enjoyed too, especially as I have an older sister myself. Now that you mention it, I can see the links between the S&S girls and Jane/Elizabeth from P&P. I can imagine Jane as a Marianne.<br /><br />I agree the ending was too quick, I wanted to see Marianne fall in love with Brandon so that I could believe it.Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-86260110105771884712012-09-11T20:34:00.639+01:002012-09-11T20:34:00.639+01:00I'm excited to read Persuasion and Northanger ...I'm excited to read Persuasion and Northanger Abbey as you liked them so much :) I think S & S is clearly a first novel, you can tell it in the writing.<br /><br />We sound very similar. I too don't share too much (although I'm a good listener) and am happy with my own company. If I spend too long around others, I feel the need to have some alone time for a while. I've not seen the movie so am looking forward to it now I have read the book.Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-55121985361076495572012-09-11T20:32:21.544+01:002012-09-11T20:32:21.544+01:00Yes, there's one bit where Edward says that be...Yes, there's one bit where Edward says that because he is so shy, people think he's aloof and rude - I could relate to that part!<br /><br />P&P is a great read, my favourite Austen (so far).Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-2899544394812091322012-09-11T20:31:37.547+01:002012-09-11T20:31:37.547+01:00I'm working through the Austens, I have three ...I'm working through the Austens, I have three left so I'll spread them out so they last as long as possible. I have a feeling I will enjoy Persuasion, love the sound of the story.Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-57277193434902124752012-09-11T20:30:52.095+01:002012-09-11T20:30:52.095+01:00You're lucky if you're in the middle of Ma...You're lucky if you're in the middle of Marianne and Elinor, I wish I was so balanced :P<br /><br />I hope you enjoy the story more on your second read.Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-55000286184147083802012-09-11T20:30:16.212+01:002012-09-11T20:30:16.212+01:00I like to think that too, I do feel that Brandon w...I like to think that too, I do feel that Brandon was more impulsive than he let on but still, she was so different from Marianne. I've had so many recommendations for the movie, I must watch it soon.<br /><br />I think I'll try Persuasion next, apparently it's the most mature? Although Northanger Abbey sounds more light and fun.Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6637440206562155541.post-19990386410614704132012-09-11T20:29:03.738+01:002012-09-11T20:29:03.738+01:00P&P is my fave too but I did have a soft spot ...P&P is my fave too but I did have a soft spot for Emma, even though I know she irritates a lot of people. I plan to watch the movie soon, although sadly Alan Rickman is now Professor Snape to me, which kind of ruins him as a romantic hero!Sam (Tiny Library)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16375434438465319913noreply@blogger.com