Sammanfattning av Emma, Chapter 5

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1. Mr. Knightley calls Emma’s friendship with Harriet harmful, while Mrs. Weston welcomes the companionship and hopes it encourages reading.
2. He argues that Emma avoids sustained effort and that her former governess gives her too much freedom.
3. He fears Harriet’s admiration feeds Emma’s pride and makes Harriet dissatisfied with her own circumstances.
4. Mrs. Weston praises Emma’s looks and character, then asks him not to spread concern among her family.
5. Mr. Knightley agrees to remain quiet and suggests that uncertain love might improve Emma.
6. Mrs. Weston defends Emma’s present happiness and privately conceals shared hopes about her future.

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