So Anne is very civil in her review of Lady Russell's "persuasion" - even after she realizes that it was the wrong advice for her! She says that she doesn't hold a grudge against Lady Russell and the advice she gave, but if ever she finds herself in the same position she would give different advice. I mean...really?? I blame Lady Russell and her snobbery a bit for Anne and Frederick's delay in perfect happiness! Am I alone in this?
Not at all! I think it shows some of Lady Russell's character.. I know times were different back then, but come on - she was more concerned about money and good blood lines than her "precious" Anne's happiness.
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ReplyDeleteTimes were different back then. Anne lived a life of servitude to her father and sister who did not care about her at all. In fact, to them she was just someone to boss around. Lady Russell, on the other hand, was the only person who even cared about her at all so of course Anne would listen to her advice no matter whether it affected her happiness or not. Lady Russell knew that the only way Anne could survive as an equal to her family would be for her to marry a person of wealth and affluence. So, in her own way, Lady Russell was protecting
ReplyDeleteAnne. That being said, Lady Russell was a snob and thought alot of wealth and position. Whether it was more than her feelings for Anne, I am not sure. Mothers (who in this case was Lady Russell to Anne) tend to want only the very best for their children and she truly did not believe that the Captain was that person. :)