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neither provocation nor resentment were discerned by Mr. Knightle Written by Stephanie (2/17/2011 1:14 p.m.) in consequence of the missive, Mr. Knightley and Emma, penned by BarbaraB

If Mr. Knightley wants Emma to be more charitable (both in behavior and attitude) to Miss Fairfax, et al, I agree with him. I can not help reading his words as more than that, however. He is not satisfied that she invited Miss Fairfax, asked her to play, and chatted with her. She must also LIKE Miss Fairfax, and he is disappointed that she will not, and lays none of the blame on Miss Fairfax's wishes at all.

I do not see that Emma has any problem making any friends she wants to, nor do I see her as ungracious or unfeeling towards her guests. She is so perfect a hostess, even when disappointed and beginning to dislike Miss Fairfax for her reserve again, that Mr. Knightley (who had watched them both all evening), did not notice her dismay.

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Emma's Dislike of the Bates Family [Long] BarbaraB (2/15/2011 7:34 p.m.)

Well said. Patricia AA (2/15/2011 10:35 p.m.)
Wow, Barbara. Thank you for that analysis. I agree AnnetteJ (2/16/2011 8:09 a.m.)
Thank you BarbaraB for your contribution because.... jeffrey (2/16/2011 8:55 a.m.)
- Jane's grace and dignity. Reeba (2/17/2011 10:45 a.m.)
  - Acknowledge [themselves] grossly mistaken and mis-judging Stephanie (2/17/2011 10:58 a.m.)
to be entertained [] by two such young women Stephanie (2/16/2011 6:36 p.m.)
- Good point Ramya (2/16/2011 11:22 p.m.)
  - Mr. Knightley showing a bit of "manly arrogance" here? jeffrey (2/17/2011 8:48 a.m.)
    - Point Taken Jane Marie (2/17/2011 8:58 a.m.)
    - she knew Mr. Knightley thought Stephanie (2/17/2011 10:48 a.m.)
      - Emma seems not to be...   Reeba (2/17/2011 10:53 a.m.)
        
        if Emma's doctrines give any strength of mind   Stephanie (2/17/2011 11:02 a.m.)
        
        This is probably true....   BarbaraB (2/17/2011 5:47 p.m.)
    - I do think there is a battle of the sexes going on here Tarn (2/19/2011 10:51 a.m.)
      - Comic Drama BarbaraSue (2/20/2011 11:54 a.m.)
  - forming all these schemes in the in-betweens Stephanie (2/17/2011 10:35 a.m.)
    - Mrs. Younge (nfm) Graciela (2/20/2011 2:27 p.m.)
- Mr Knightley's wishes Nikki N (2/16/2011 11:45 p.m.)
  - I, simple I, saw nothing but the fact Stephanie (2/17/2011 10:23 a.m.)
- Mr. Knightley and Emma BarbaraB (2/17/2011 11:27 a.m.)
  - neither provocation nor resentment were discerned by Mr. Knightle Stephanie (2/17/2011 1:14 p.m.)
  - Good insight on Emma's personality and I'd like to tag-on jeffrey (2/17/2011 2:18 p.m.)
    - Will things get worse before they get better? nfm Stephanie (2/18/2011 12:00 p.m.)
  - Emma's relatives Nikki N (2/19/2011 2:07 a.m.)
    - Good Point BarbaraB (2/19/2011 3:03 p.m.)
- I'm sorry, ... gianni (2/18/2011 10:27 p.m.)
  - I cannot have a greater pleasure than -- Stephanie (2/18/2011 11:49 p.m.)
  - social obligations / responsibilities Nikki N (2/19/2011 1:49 a.m.)

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