Persuasion
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Anne Elliot, a quiet and sensible young woman, is persuaded by her family to break off her engagement to Captain Frederick Wentworth, a man she deeply loves but who lacks fortune and connections. Years later, circumstances bring them back into each other's orbit, but both have changed. Anne, now in her late twenties and feeling the constraints of societal expectations and her family's vanity, must navigate her feelings and the possibility of a second chance at happiness. Austen's mature novel offers nuanced social commentary and elegant prose, making it a rewarding read for intermediate learners seeking to appreciate subtle character development and sophisticated dialogue.
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- 5,961 distinct words, each one a tap away from your personal vocabulary list.
- Read in English, glance at the translation under any sentence you are unsure of, and listen to natural read-aloud voices to train your ear.
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