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4.11 AVERAGE
4.11 AVERAGE
(Writing reviews really helps me think about books more because I'm still trying to come up with a solid opinion when writing one haha, that's why this one ended up being really long)
I'm going to give this book 4 stars because I loved it a lot. But not so much so that I'd give it 5. I liked it a lot more than I liked other books that I've given 4 stars to though.
This is my first Jane Austen book so I'm not able to compare it to any of her other books. This book is often said to be her most 'mature' one, which I obviously can't be a judge of. I appreciate Anne's change of perspectives though, from when she was young to her age now.
One thing that diminished my enjoyment of this book is that it's marketed as a romance. And it is.... but... for being a romance, it doesn't really spend much time on the romance. The set-up of the book takes quite long and after that, the romance progresses EXTREMELY slowly and Anne spends a lot of times on other problems. For most of the book in fact, it doesn't seem like there a romance between Captain Wentworth and Anne is likely at all. This literally only changes in the last few chapters. There is quite a bit of yearning, but I went into it expecting something else entirely. This wouldn't have been a problem if I hadn't gone into it expecting something else. It was very refreshing and unexpected though.
While reading, I missed a lot of the social commentary and criticism in this book. I picked up on the criticism of the shallowness and vanity (I guess) of society as represented by Sir Walter, Elizabeth and Mary. Also the criticism of the importance placed on things like blood, family rank etc. (Lady Russell and the Elliot family). Obviously also the role of women etc. However, I really missed a lot of other stuff and maybe rereading this book would be helpful, when I'm feeling more patient and analytical. And reading it now, it doesn't feel like a very revolutionary perspective (for obvious reasons) but back then it might have been?
I think I need to read more classics to judge it cause I really don't think that you can compare modern books and classics... They're just different. I think you just tend to enjoy them differently, if that makes sense and I can't really compare my enjoyment of this book with my enjoyment of a modern book. So what I'm trying to say is that I enjoyed this book, but in a different way?
I think this book has a lot to offer, but I do think that a lot of other classics have very similar things to offer... (though I obviously can't be sure, because I haven't read that many).
I'm going to give this book 4 stars because I loved it a lot. But not so much so that I'd give it 5. I liked it a lot more than I liked other books that I've given 4 stars to though.
This is my first Jane Austen book so I'm not able to compare it to any of her other books. This book is often said to be her most 'mature' one, which I obviously can't be a judge of. I appreciate Anne's change of perspectives though, from when she was young to her age now.
One thing that diminished my enjoyment of this book is that it's marketed as a romance. And it is.... but... for being a romance, it doesn't really spend much time on the romance. The set-up of the book takes quite long and after that, the romance progresses EXTREMELY slowly and Anne spends a lot of times on other problems. For most of the book in fact, it doesn't seem like there a romance between Captain Wentworth and Anne is likely at all. This literally only changes in the last few chapters. There is quite a bit of yearning, but I went into it expecting something else entirely. This wouldn't have been a problem if I hadn't gone into it expecting something else. It was very refreshing and unexpected though.
While reading, I missed a lot of the social commentary and criticism in this book. I picked up on the criticism of the shallowness and vanity (I guess) of society as represented by Sir Walter, Elizabeth and Mary. Also the criticism of the importance placed on things like blood, family rank etc. (Lady Russell and the Elliot family). Obviously also the role of women etc. However, I really missed a lot of other stuff and maybe rereading this book would be helpful, when I'm feeling more patient and analytical. And reading it now, it doesn't feel like a very revolutionary perspective (for obvious reasons) but back then it might have been?
I think I need to read more classics to judge it cause I really don't think that you can compare modern books and classics... They're just different. I think you just tend to enjoy them differently, if that makes sense and I can't really compare my enjoyment of this book with my enjoyment of a modern book. So what I'm trying to say is that I enjoyed this book, but in a different way?
I think this book has a lot to offer, but I do think that a lot of other classics have very similar things to offer... (though I obviously can't be sure, because I haven't read that many).
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
It is always a pleasure to reread the story of Anne Elliot and her Wentworth. Especially after watching that awful Netflix adaption and needing a thorough cleansing.
Maybe this will be the year I attempt to reread Mansfield Park and actually like it. I tried rewatching the Frances O'Connor and Jonny Lee Miller led adaption, and ugh, I couldn't finish it.
Maybe this will be the year I attempt to reread Mansfield Park and actually like it. I tried rewatching the Frances O'Connor and Jonny Lee Miller led adaption, and ugh, I couldn't finish it.
Una relectura espaciada por más de 20 años que afortunadamente envejeció bien y, además, me ha hecho sentir más cercana a la protagonista.
Jane Austen siempre me ha gustado por lo mordaz de su escritura dada la época en la que vivía y, en esta obra, se toma la crítica aún más en serio que en las novelas anteriores. ¿Presentía que sería su último libro? Difícil saberlo, pero sin duda de que aquí su estilo es más maduro y su pluma más afilada.
La historia nos relata la vida de Anne, una joven de 27 años (muy solterona para los parámetros de la época), muy virtuosa y en apariencia sumisa, quien había sido persuadida a los 16 años de rechazar a su amor, el capitán Wentworth, por ser de clase social menor y con poca fortuna. Años más tarde, la vida los cruza otra vez y Anne debe analizar su sentimientos, a la vez que observa con mayor detenimiento su entorno cercano.
Es en esta contemplación donde aparece lo que más me gusta de esta historia, cuando la protagonista desgrana las actitudes y acciones de sus conocidos, revelando lo más cínico de la sociedad de la mano con el estilo irónico de la autora, dejandonos muchos elementos para reflexionar.
Con muchos personajes secundarios, bien dibujados, que junto a la ambientación permiten recrear perfectamente el escenario de cierto sector de la sociedad inglesa de fines del siglo XVIII. Además la traducción, ni más ni menos que de Manuel Ortega y Gasset, me ha parecido ideal para acompañar el costumbrismo que nos da novela.
La recomiendo sin dudar aunque entiendo que no es una novela para todo el mundo, ya que avanza lento, se detiene muchísimo en las descripciones y los diálogos requieren trabajo de parte del lector.
Jane Austen siempre me ha gustado por lo mordaz de su escritura dada la época en la que vivía y, en esta obra, se toma la crítica aún más en serio que en las novelas anteriores. ¿Presentía que sería su último libro? Difícil saberlo, pero sin duda de que aquí su estilo es más maduro y su pluma más afilada.
La historia nos relata la vida de Anne, una joven de 27 años (muy solterona para los parámetros de la época), muy virtuosa y en apariencia sumisa, quien había sido persuadida a los 16 años de rechazar a su amor, el capitán Wentworth, por ser de clase social menor y con poca fortuna. Años más tarde, la vida los cruza otra vez y Anne debe analizar su sentimientos, a la vez que observa con mayor detenimiento su entorno cercano.
Es en esta contemplación donde aparece lo que más me gusta de esta historia, cuando la protagonista desgrana las actitudes y acciones de sus conocidos, revelando lo más cínico de la sociedad de la mano con el estilo irónico de la autora, dejandonos muchos elementos para reflexionar.
Con muchos personajes secundarios, bien dibujados, que junto a la ambientación permiten recrear perfectamente el escenario de cierto sector de la sociedad inglesa de fines del siglo XVIII. Además la traducción, ni más ni menos que de Manuel Ortega y Gasset, me ha parecido ideal para acompañar el costumbrismo que nos da novela.
La recomiendo sin dudar aunque entiendo que no es una novela para todo el mundo, ya que avanza lento, se detiene muchísimo en las descripciones y los diálogos requieren trabajo de parte del lector.
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Ultimate slowburn, was genuinely rooting for Anne by the end of it and loved her character so much :)
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes