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firmly believed and rejoiced in his domestic comforts Written by Stephanie (5/12/2010 11:30 a.m.) in consequence of the missive, Better Phrasing, penned by Robbin

I suppose that I foresee a marked improvement in Mr. Collins, and that he will never be totally right-minded.

Charlotte, intelligent, understanding of the problems before her, with a steady temper, and Mr. Collins's self-delusional trust in her love, will not fail of having an impact over time. Mr. Collins' decades-long-ingrained stupidity, ego-reinforced self-complacency, and constant exposure to Lady CatdB's class-consciousness and ironic lack of class will keep him from reaching the full potential that would reward Charlotte's approaches on anyone else.

She may prove me wrong, of course. She has a much more clear mental goal in mind than I usually do. And she will fare better with any young olive branch that comes along, being able to help them earlier and more intensely.

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The odious Mr. Collins Cheryl (5/9/2010 11:09 p.m.)

Too late for repentance... many examples in 19th c. novels Benedicte (5/13/2010 9:27 a.m.)
You are very kind, nan duval (5/10/2010 10:54 p.m.)
- But Mr. Collins *is* consoling--in his way. Adrian (5/11/2010 1:30 p.m.)
  - I See What You Mean BarbaraB (5/11/2010 2:27 p.m.)
    - I still feel sorry for God. nan duval (5/11/2010 4:23 p.m.)
      - Same here. Thanks for the explication :) nfm Karen G (5/12/2010 1:08 p.m.)
"Not vicious," indeed . . . Mary Anne (5/10/2010 7:48 p.m.)
Miss Austen shows a striking contrast... jeffrey (5/10/2010 11:11 a.m.)
- Spoilers Cheryl (5/10/2010 1:23 p.m.)
  - Apologies to the group, Cheryl; I see my gaffe! (NFM) jeffrey (5/10/2010 5:13 p.m.)
Mr. Collins' character Line (5/10/2010 8:33 a.m.)
- Insensible of Danger Robbin (5/12/2010 12:12 p.m.)
  - I know Mr. Collins's sentiments and prescriptions... Adrian (5/12/2010 12:53 p.m.)
    - Fathers & Fallen Daughters Robbin (5/14/2010 7:54 p.m.)
      - Living in a secluded farmhouse Line (5/14/2010 10:09 p.m.)
    - No room for repentance? Connie (5/12/2010 2:15 p.m.)
Yes, ... gianni (5/10/2010 12:46 a.m.)
- A very common attitude during the time period and much AnnetteJ (5/10/2010 7:39 a.m.)
  - Charlotte's role Anne-Marie (5/10/2010 9:17 a.m.)
    - Speculation about what Charlotte knew and said Tom P2 (5/10/2010 4:59 p.m.)
      - As we only have Mr Collins' report Kathleen Glancy (5/10/2010 6:35 p.m.)
    - Mr. Collins and Charlotte Aaron (5/10/2010 10:56 a.m.)
      - being unworthy to be compared with [her] friend   Stephanie (5/10/2010 11:44 a.m.)
        
        Better Phrasing   Robbin (5/12/2010 11:03 a.m.)
        
        His wave ...   gianni (5/12/2010 8:58 p.m.)
        
        firmly believed and rejoiced in his domestic comforts   Stephanie (5/12/2010 11:30 a.m.)
        
        I agree   Aaron (5/10/2010 2:01 p.m.)
        
        In my more wicked moments...   Adrian (5/10/2010 12:23 p.m.)
        
        "Pride and Promiscuity: The Lost Sex Scenes of Jane   AnnetteJ (5/10/2010 2:20 p.m.)

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