Emma is a novel by Jane Austen that follows the life of Emma Woodhouse, a young woman who fancies herself a matchmaker in the small town of Highbury. Emma is confident in her abilities to find suitable partners for her friends and acquaintances, but her meddling often leads to misunderstandings and heartache.
Throughout the novel, Emma learns valuable lessons about love, friendship, and humility. She realizes that her matchmaking efforts have caused more harm than good and begins to see the error of her ways. As Emma navigates the complexities of relationships and social expectations, she grows as a person and ultimately finds happiness and love of her own.
Emma is a timeless story that explores themes of self-discovery, personal growth, and the importance of understanding oneself and others. Austen's wit and insight shine through in this classic novel, making it a beloved favorite among readers of all ages.
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Emma
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Deck the Halls with Boughs of Holly
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Silent Worship
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George Frideric Handel:
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Gwyneth Paltrow: Performer Arthur Somervell: Words Arthur Somervell: Arrangement |
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Virgins Are Like the Fair Flower
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Frederic Austin:
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John Gay: From "the beggar's opera" John Pepusch: Composer Polly Walker: Performer |
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Auretti's Dutch Skipper
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John Gale:
From 'rutherford's compleat collection of the most celebrated country dances' (1756) traditional arranged
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Jacob Hall's Jig
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John Gale:
From john playford's 'the english dancing master' vol. 3 (1728) traditional arranged
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Mr. Beveridge's Maggot
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John Gale:
From john playford's 'the english dancing master' vol. 3 (1728) traditional arranged
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