This document provides information about Jane Austen's novel "Sense and Sensibility" including major characters, plot points, and Austen's attitude towards women and society. It introduces the main characters of the Dashwood family including Elinor, Marianne, and their mother Mrs. Dashwood. A love triangle is discussed between Marianne, Willoughby, and Colonel Brandon. The document also analyzes Austen's portrayal of women, arguing that she depicts their frustration within society and discrimination despite their desire for education and independence beyond marriage.