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Pbs Learning Media: Sanditon: An Opinionated Woman

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When Charlotte Heywood offers her forthright opinions of the Parker brothers, she is chastised by the dashing Sidney Parker, in this video excerpt from Sanditon Masterpiece, based on Jane Austen's unfinished novel. The brief encounter between the two main characters establishes the romantic tension between an opinionated yet naive heroine, and a world-weary, judgmental hero. After watching, explore Austen's ability to create archetypical characters that stand the test of time. [2:32] Teaching materials and an Austin's biography.

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