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I didn't have a focus, but learned something new Written by Ellen M (3/27/2009 11:58 a.m.) in consequence of the missive, So how did you do with your focus?, penned by Lynn

I learned that Henry grows and matures in the course of the novel. From having become too much of a peace-keeper - sweep the dirty stuff under the rug - in the family, he is able to take a stand on principles and honor in defiance of his father, who is clearly in the wrong casting Catherine out of the Abbey on a Sunday without a chaperon or even enough funds to make her solitary way home.

Perhaps Henry will become a peace-maker - one who is willing to air the dirty stuff in relationships in order to clean it up and improve relationships. Eleanor has already begun peace-making activities in the family by bringing about a reconciliation between Henry and the General. Perhaps healthier relationships are on the horizon for the Tilneys.

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So how did you do with your focus? Lynn (3/27/2009 7:54 a.m.)

At least three surprises Line (3/27/2009 10:04 a.m.)
- One of the points... Reeba (3/27/2009 11:17 a.m.)
  - But Isabella was already dancing with Capt. Tilney... Adrian (3/27/2009 1:09 p.m.)
    - Mrs. Radcliffe Virginia (3/28/2009 10:39 a.m.)
  - Exactly why it was such a slip-up... Line (3/27/2009 6:51 p.m.)
    - Financially more attractive. nfm Reeba (3/28/2009 11:56 a.m.)
I didn't have a focus, but learned something new Ellen M (3/27/2009 11:58 a.m.)
My focus on Henry's POV got a bit diffused Tom P2 (3/27/2009 5:08 p.m.)
- Thanks, Tom, ... gianni (3/27/2009 9:39 p.m.)
  - About Henry and Isabella (longish, sorry!) Line (3/28/2009 10:38 a.m.)
    - Another alternative ;-) Reeba (3/28/2009 12:41 p.m.)
    - Interpretations, and the expression 'met with' Tom P2 (3/28/2009 6:47 p.m.)
    - Henry’s judgment of Isabella & Frederick Robbin (3/29/2009 12:49 a.m.)
    - So let me rephrase ... gianni (3/29/2009 3:02 a.m.)
      - I agree JoAnn (3/29/2009 11:46 a.m.)
      - Simple, proper prudence combined with filial respect Robbin (3/29/2009 3:17 p.m.)
re-reading NA Emmeline (3/27/2009 5:40 p.m.)
My Robbin (3/27/2009 10:41 p.m.)
First time reader's thoughts Cathy Allen (3/27/2009 10:48 p.m.)
Accidental focus: Thorpe and the General TimLee (3/29/2009 6:43 p.m.)

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