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Focusing on the Victorian era, the book delves into the intricate dynamics of interpersonal thought and influence. It examines how writers of the time grappled with the implications of one individual's thoughts about another, highlighting the psychological and social complexities involved. Through various literary examples, the exploration reveals the tension between personal perception and societal norms, offering insights into the era's cultural preoccupations.

From the Publisher: The funny and heartwarming story of a young lady whose zeal, snobbishness and self-satisfaction lead to several errors in judgment. Emma takes Harriet Smith, a parlor boarder and unknown, under her wing and schemes for advancement through a good marriage. The attempts at finding Harriet a suitor occupy all of Emma's time. However, in the midst of the search she settles on a most unlikely union with her own constant critic: Mr. Knightly. Jane Austen's works have claimed a renewed popularity and audience with the release of motion pictures Sense and Sensibility, Emma, and Clueless based upon Austen's classic novels. Emma was originally published in 1816.