Sense And Sensibility Rhetorical Analysis

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In Austen’s novel Sense and Sensibility, audiences witness the shifts in attitudes and personalities in both Dashwood sisters as they mature and finally recognizes the value that Austen endorses – moderation. The value of moderation instead of Romanticism and Neo-classicism is suggested through the conflicts of Elinor’s institutional marriage and Marianne’s romantic love. As Marianne get well from her illness, she realizes how the relationship with Willoughby could damage the reputation of her whole family, “……What is a situation like mine, but a most shamefully unguarded affection could expose me to” continued with “I am not wishing him too much good…” By addressing Willoughby in a more proper and prudent way, the tone without emphasizing