Sense and Sensibility, Chapter 27: riassunto

Cosa succede

1. Marianne takes comfort in the mild weather as a possible reason for Willoughby remaining away, then eagerly looks for frost.
2. Willoughby leaves a calling card during an outing, but Marianne waits at home without receiving another visit.
3. The sisters dispute their openness, and Marianne reluctantly attends the Middletons’ gathering, where Willoughby is absent despite an invitation.
4. Elinor writes to their mother, urging her to ask Marianne directly about her relationship with Willoughby.
5. Colonel Brandon asks about the rumored engagement, reveals his feelings, and leaves after Elinor affirms the couple’s affection without confirming their engagement.

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Cosa notare

Elinor challenges public certainty about the engagement. Her response exposes the gap between social rumor and what Marianne’s family actually knows.

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