Sympathy

And so, before we come to technicalities of structure and reference and meaning, let us reflect on where our sympathies lie for the characters: do we find Charles to be an abominable egotist? Ernestina an insipid bore? Sarah a pathetic victim? Please challenge or corroborate these assertions with our infamous vehemence and passion.

General Questions and Insights

Feel free to drop in questions or thoughts here, no matter how seemingly trivial. It is useful to help each other clear away any initial comprehension issues regarding plot, character, style etc.