So is Anne inhumanly 'perfect'?

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So is Anne inhumanly 'perfect'? Written by Rachel G (10/31/2011 5:17 a.m.) in consequence of the missive, Frederick is close-minded about Anne, penned by Robbin

Oh - the lion's share of blame for Anne & Fred's lack of communication when he returned undoubtedly belongs to him. I wouldn't dispute that for a moment. I just think that Anne's hyper-emotional state and consequent inability to interact normally was dysfunctional. It didn't help the situation, but perhaps the situation was beyond help anyway because of Frederick's ongoing resentment.

It is difficult to find any obvious faults in Anne's character. This is surprising, because JA endowed most of her characters with a normal helping of human failings. Do you think Anne has any 'faults', Robbin? Does anybody?

If this board closes before people have time to respond, I'll ask the question again on the Persuasion board, as I would really like to know what others think about this.

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Right Way & Wrong Way Robbin (10/24/2011 12:24 p.m.)

Interesting Post--Thanks for the comparisons nfm BarbaraB (10/25/2011 1:03 p.m.)
Second that...thank you! nfm Nancy Louise (10/25/2011 5:32 p.m.)
human nature Kathryn Ann (10/28/2011 1:05 p.m.)
- Anne's fault? fastidiousness? Nikki N (10/29/2011 3:04 a.m.)
  - Anne's faults & failings. (long) Rachel G (10/29/2011 5:34 p.m.)
    - Very, very well put, Rachel! nfm gianni (10/29/2011 7:04 p.m.)
    - I think you've put it very well Frances G (10/29/2011 7:51 p.m.)
    - Anne's way Stephanie (10/30/2011 4:33 p.m.)
      - An attempt at clarification.   Rachel G (10/30/2011 7:32 p.m.)
        
        Frederick is close-minded about Anne   Robbin (10/31/2011 2:40 a.m.)
        
        So is Anne inhumanly 'perfect'?   Rachel G (10/31/2011 5:17 a.m.)

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