Sense and Sensibility is the 1811 first published novel of Jane Austen (1775-1817), tracing the contrasting fortunes of the Dashwood sisters, the prudent Elinor and the romantic Marianne, as they navigate love, money, and disappointment in genteel England. Austen’s wit, irony, and unmatched social observation are already in full command. One of the most beloved novels in English, it has been adapted for screen many times. Free PDF download available on BDeBooks.