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Paternal Society Written by Lenora (4/28/2010 9:32 a.m.) in consequence of the missive, Advice to Lizzy from others regarding Wickham, penned by Karen G

It would seem that regardless of the relationship, Mrs. Gardiner's reference to Mr. Bennett was in recognition of him being the head of the household. "You don't want to disappoint your Father" has been a threat used over the centuries.

I believe Mr. Bennett's statement to Lizzy regarding Wickham is one more way to tease and receive pleasure in the reaction. Not even Lizzy is exempt. Mr. Bennett also may see through Wickham and is what influenced Mr. Bennett's use of the word "jilt."

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Advice to Lizzy from others regarding Wickham Karen G (4/27/2010 11:03 p.m.)

I have no objection to hearing it. Stephanie (4/29/2010 3:13 p.m.)
What I don't understand is.... Reeba (4/29/2010 2:13 p.m.)
Lizzy's replies Karen G (4/29/2010 2:08 p.m.)
Differences between Mr and Mrs Bennet's views on marriage Lou C (4/29/2010 8:00 a.m.)
I have always considered it a harmless joke Nina RG (4/29/2010 7:27 a.m.)
Why ... gianni (4/28/2010 8:32 p.m.)
Mr Bennett's philosophy Heather Leigh (4/28/2010 1:32 p.m.)
- Mr. Bennet's protection from being jilted himself Aaron (4/28/2010 2:01 p.m.)
  - a warning to Lizzie RobertaK (4/28/2010 4:59 p.m.)
  - Never been a fan of teasing. Having been the object of AnnetteJ (4/28/2010 3:26 p.m.)
    - I agree! NFM Norma (4/28/2010 10:41 p.m.)
    - Mr. Bennet a bully or bullied Aaron (4/28/2010 5:59 p.m.)
      - Elizabeth's humor vs Mr. Bennet's   BarbaraB (4/28/2010 8:01 p.m.)
        
        stock characters vs realistic characters   Heather Leigh (4/28/2010 9:09 p.m.)
        
        Literary Character Reference?   Lenora (5/3/2010 1:03 p.m.)
        
        Definitely realistic, IMO   Line (4/29/2010 9:32 a.m.)
        
        speaking w/out spoiling   Heather Leigh (4/29/2010 2:21 p.m.)
        
        Crossed in love   Adrian (4/29/2010 12:22 p.m.)
        
        cannot have a right to such very strong [] attachment.   Stephanie (4/29/2010 3:04 p.m.)
        
        A very good point, but I am not totally convinced. Parents   AnnetteJ (4/29/2010 6:52 a.m.)
Paternal Society Lenora (4/28/2010 9:32 a.m.)
Mr Bennet's sense of humor begins to wear thin. AnnetteJ (4/28/2010 7:59 a.m.)
- I can well imagine it Nancy Ann (4/28/2010 9:53 a.m.)

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