tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073505940323326801.post3030845157048970266..comments2023-09-11T06:17:54.983-07:00Comments on Old Grey Pony: MisreadingBexiahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10915924217885470390noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073505940323326801.post-17635293371735648722007-08-05T09:55:00.000-07:002007-08-05T09:55:00.000-07:00I agree with you. I found the Emma character hard ...I agree with you. I found the Emma character hard to swallow because too many of my family members know no boundaries, and Emma reminded me of them. However, as I get older, I realize that this young lady is doing the best she can given her position in life and that she has been prematurely thrust into a hugely responsible role.<BR/><BR/>All of Jane's novels are so rich with insight and layers of detail. I am amazed how my perspective of her characters keep changing over time. Thank you for another insightful post.Vichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13668098318085667188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9073505940323326801.post-85209525755733521472007-08-03T17:21:00.000-07:002007-08-03T17:21:00.000-07:00Emma is actually my second-favorite Jane novel. I ...<I>Emma</I> is actually my second-favorite Jane novel. I love the character of Emma - she's flawed, but she realizes this and tries to mend her ways. I might also be partial because (being a gossipy, well-intentioned matchmaker) I see so much of myself in her. :)jessihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14185024917685330678noreply@blogger.com