DELUXE HARDBACK CLASSICS SENSE & SENS

Not the worst of the worst but a yawn... didn't get through it... too boring. It was the audio book version and listened to during the last half of a 13 and a half hour drive, so I may not be the best judge.

Something about this story made me love it. I think it was her sister's love affair in the background. I love that it didn't shadow over the main love affair but in a way complimented it. In true Austen Style she has a quiet and responsible character and a wild and outspoken one with Gentlemen at the ready.

I quite enjoyed this book and am a fan of Jane Austen. Although some may find it boring you really need to get into it and read the first few chapters so you can get a picture and understanding of the characters and you will be drawn in!

I've been considering getting one of Jane Austen book for a few years now but I never did so far. Yes I am honestly saying to you that I have never read one of her book before. When I had the opportunity of reviewing a new edition of Sense and Sensibility, I thought it was the perfect opportunity of revising this lack in my bookworm life.
So as many of you probably know, this is the story of two sisters and their love ones. So I won't expand on the story per say for this review since this is apparently a classic in English literature. Being French Canadian, I had not gotten to know Jane Austen in the past. But I am now and I am glad to have read one of her book. But I must be honest to say that at times, I was having trouble to understand the old English style of writing and reading. For example, when talking about the age of someone, they would say of me one and forty instead of forty-one. So I figure that part pretty easily. But other terminology and words were harder to understand.
Well the insight edition will bring various notes throughout the reading of the book to help clarify what the reader comes upon. There are historical and cultural details and definitions from England in the early 1800s. I really like these as it helped me to picture and situate the culture of that time. There are also facts and tidbits from Austen's life that parallel or illuminate the novel. This information was interesting but I suspect that die-hard fans of Austen would really enjoy them. The reader will also have access of references to Sense and Sensibility to today's culture, unscientific ranking of the novel's most frustrating characters, themes of faith drawn from the novel or Austen's life as well as comments and asides on the book's characters and plot.
As I said previously, I am having some issues with the way it is written - old English style- but I also believe that a person shall make the effort of reading something out of her comfort zone once in a while. And this novel is definitively out of my own comfort zone. The story is a classic brought many times on TV and movie. The author is well known around the world. It is my duty as a woman who loves to read to get exposed to this kind of writing to expand my knowledge and my taste. So I pursue the reading every night and I discover a little bit more about the Dashwood sisters and their life in the 1800s in England. I find it interesting.
Another thing that I particularly appreciate in this book is the fact that the reader will find a series of questions that are perfect of a book club.
This review was possible because I received a copy of Sense and Sensibility from Bethany House.

Bethany House's edition of Sense and Sensibility adds a fascinating charm to an already charming book. Along the margins are added notes including:

- historical and cultural details
- word definitions and cliche' explanations
- facts from Jane Austen's life that help illuminate themes
- themes of faith drawn from Austen's life
- comments on the book's characters and plots
- references to the novel in our present-day films

Lest that be unclear, here is an example. Mrs Jennings, referring to Edward, says the plan is that "he should take orders as soon as he can." The marginal note explains that phrase is vernacular for becoming a priest in the Church of England.

Another marginal note: When referring to pregnancy and delivery, the word of choice is "confinement." Why? I learned in the margin, it's because it was impolite to talk of pregnancy and the like in that time.

If you're about to plunge headlong into Sense and Sensibility, this is the version. The marginal notes add so much to this classic.

Available now from your favourite bookseller from Bethany House, a division of Baker Publishing Group.

This fantabulous classic was part of my read for the Everything Austen Challenge. Due to my love for anything and everything Victorian, I can say that it was only natural that I'd fall in love with this timeless piece. This story of the very different Dashwood sisters and their clashing tastes in their choices of men to love, was endearing as well as very frustrating at times. Just when I thought the obvious about Colonel Brandon, Edward or Willoughby- the story took a different turn just to add to the intrigue of it all; classic Austen at its best.

The story revolves around love-sickness, love-triangles, a marriage of convenience, age and love, differences of choices and opinions, wealth and social status, influence, family conflict, secret-filled pasts and ultimately…and appropriately so: sense and sensibility. I'm still not sure which of the sisters I concurred with the most; Elinor or Marianne... Austen brilliantly shifts us from one perception to the other while embracing both depending on the situation. Ultimately the girls' reconciliation and love for eachother blends the disparities of state helping them come to terms with their own serenity. Love can then be found and accepted under a new light.

Sense and Sensibility is a light read embedded with deeper meaning that brings comfort, peaks interest and offers a colourful variety of figures (the comical busy-body Miss Jennings is indeed very special!) On the whole, this read meshed excitement, passion, drama as well as 'sagesse' in the lives of two otherwise very ordinary ladies of the times. The book doesn't skip a beat with essential meanings and turn of events within every paragraph- With this one, you won't want to blink:)

One can never get enough of elegantly written suspense-filled love twists and pangs. At least I can't- Loved it!

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This delightful re-covered copy of the classic was given to me as a gift and I honestly can't think of a better gift. The story of Maryanne and Elinor is one of my all-time favourites.

The Dashwoods have to move after Mr Dashwoods' death (the male child inherits); they move to a cottage on the property of a relative. It is here that Marianne meets two suitors - Colonol Brandon and Mr Willowby. Elinor had met Edward Ferrars (Fanny's brother) right before the move and is not sure if he likes her. The sisters both show their love in different ways.........

Truly a classic!

Having seen and loved the Ang Lee movie with Emma Thompson's screenplay, I didn't know what the book would add.
As usual, though, the book gives more depth to the characters and plot, and Willoughby's actions are more understandable, although still wrong.
A few other changes, like a wife and children for Sir John Middleton, but overall, an enjoyable read.
The character change in Marianne, from a vivacious to sedate, is such a departure that I find it hard to believe, broken heart, or not.

This was an excellent book by Jane Austin. Sense and sensibility is much better in the written word then on the big screen where you don't really understand Marianne and Elinors true character until the book is read. Overall an excellent read.

For me, this is one of my favorites of all times. The sisters in the story are so very different, anyone can relate with one of them. This story will take you up and down on the wings of love and in the end, Austen skillfully ties the story in a nice bow. Enjoy!

Wow, there is room for an essay here. Anyway, this book is really very good. it may be boring for some people, but for the thoughtful and reflective type it is an ideal diversion. yes, it is a novel of manners (what did you expect, it's Austen) about two very different sisters, Elinor and Marianne. They try to marry happily and the book is all about them trying to do so. Very gossipy and interesting content, really. As Mr. Bennett said in Pride and Prejudice, for what do we live then to make sport for our neighbours? The innumerable love triangles in all of Austen's books make them all like 19th century soap operas. Go ahead and try one; they're good. Books don't usually stick around for 200 years without a good reason!

To tell u the truth, this is the worst book I have ever read. Too long, there are somethings in this book u won't be eager to know, (like every single neighbour in the viledje). the plot is quite plan, there's nothing attractive in it. characters aren't charming as well (except Edward), u will be absolutely unbearable to read on.

EXCELLENT!!!!!!! Funny and charming.... romantic and sad... for all the family. I recomend the book then the movie with Kate Winslet. Such a excellent written screen play. I enjoyed it very much for the romantic at heart!!!!!!! enjoy! =)