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Category: Sense and Sensibility

Sense and Sensibility and the Church, Part 1: Becoming a Clergyman

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October 16, 2017March 14, 2025 ~ Brenda S Cox ~ 3 Comments

The church was "not smart enough" for Edward's family.

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Brenda S. Cox is a writer, an admirer of Jane Austen, and a Christian with an engineering background. This blog explores connections between science, Christian faith, church music, and Jane Austen’s world. Brenda also shares her personal reflections and search for joy.

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