Such a
great question! Clearly, Austen had a lot to say on these topics because she titled a book that
way - but the novel "" proves that she had so much to say it couldn't be just
contained in one book!
In "Emma", Austen uses her characters to
show these opposing traits, and ultimately makes a case (as she does in "") that
"sense" is best. Lets start with the trait of sensibility - that is, to behave and
decision-make based on emotional concerns as opposed to intellectual reasoning.
Harriet is the most prone to sensibility. She is a sweet girl, but not very well-read
or intellectual in her pursuits. She enjoys being with people and pursuing enjoyment in various
forms - she is a pleaser, and wants to please others. The proof of her emotional tendencies
lies in the ease with which her romantic attachments form and reform. She falls for Mr. Martin,
but gives him up at the persuasion of her friend for Mr. Elton. She seeks to please Emma, and
is ready...
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