ANTH 2170 Study Guide - Final Guide: Anne Elliot, Persuasion (Novel), Benwick
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Anne elliot - the novel"s protagonist, anne elliot is the middle daughter of sir walter. Elliot, a landed baronet from a socially important family. Quiet and reserved, yet clever and practical, anne sees the foolishness in her father"s lavish spending. Because she is neither the most beautiful nor the most image-conscious of his daughters, sir walter often overlooks anne, slights her, and dismisses her opinions. Though anne seeks love, she is conscious of her duty to her position and the prudence of making a suitable match. Seeking to please those around her, in her youth, she was persuaded from following her true desires. She balances duty and passion in a composed and respectful way. Captain frederick wentworth - the object of anne"s affections, is a gallant naval officer, well-educated and well-mannered, has made his own fortunes by climbing the. Naval ranks; values constancy, practicality, and firmness of mind in women, characteristics that will make a good navy wife.
