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I like it too, especially the 'fate of advice' bit Written by Tom P2 (2/2/2011 4:46 p.m.) in consequence of the missive, Same Here, penned by BarbaraB

"... It is very good advice, and it shall have a better fate than your advice has often found; for it shall be attended to." --ch5

There's a delightful little cluster of meanings in there. He undertakes to follow her advice, but also manages to skewer her lack of authority or Emma's willfulness or both, all in one brief sentence. Mr Rushworth (he who grew puzzled from trying to cram meanings into a speech --MP ch6) ought to be all admiration.

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The discussion between Mr Knightley and Mrs Weston Nina RG (1/27/2011 1:00 p.m.)

Ch 5 reveals lots about Emma, Mr. Knightley, Mrs. Weston... jeffrey (1/27/2011 1:56 p.m.)
- Why does JA put this discussion here? Melinda Mary (1/27/2011 10:01 p.m.)
  - JA's intentions Lauren Ashley (1/28/2011 4:51 a.m.)
  - Role Reversals Jane Marie (1/28/2011 8:11 a.m.)
Banter Sarah Yorkshire (1/28/2011 6:28 a.m.)
- Same Here BarbaraB (1/28/2011 11:58 a.m.)
  - I like it too, especially the 'fate of advice' bit Tom P2 (2/2/2011 4:46 p.m.)
- if [Mr. Weston] were here, [] he thinks exactly as I do Stephanie (1/30/2011 9:38 p.m.)

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