Persuasion by Jane Austen
Persuasion by Jane Austen
Choose one of the following topics to write a 4-6 page essay. Be sure to cite any sources and passages from the novel in proper MLA format. How does the title Persuasion work as a metaphor in Jane Austen’s novel?
Consider the different types and instances of persuasion by Jane Austen and how they develop the novel’s theme and structure. Consider how the plot and structure of Jane Austen’s Persuasion is reminiscent of a fairy tale- Anne’s family, her godmother, impediments to happiness, and a final “Happy ever after.” What role does ‘chance’ (or second chances) play in the novel to bring about the conclusion? Send it to me after you finish writing.