Posted by Kathy F. on July 07, 1997 at 22:35:43:
In reply to Emma/Harriet posted by Julia on July 07, 1997 at 20:20:03
] Thank you, elder Kathleen; I have no idea why that confused me.
] Does anyone think that at the end of "Emma" (the novel) either Emma or Harriet regret their friendship, or wish to end it??
] Julia
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I think that Emma regrets it; but I don't think Harriet's thoughts are so clearly defined. I'm not sure if Emma's regret is stemming from her actions or the outcome--whether she is sorry that she ever befriended her, or sorry that she messed up both lives--almost. But whichever it is, I think that such a relationship cannot be maintained.
Kathy