Sense and Sensibility
Meet the characters
Elinor Dashwood
The sensible sister
Calm and thoughtful, Elinor keeps her feelings to herself — even when it costs her.
Marianne Dashwood
The passionate sister
Romantic and open-hearted, Marianne feels everything deeply and shows it.
Edward Ferrars
The quiet gentleman
Shy and kind, he wins Elinor's heart, but seems to be keeping something back.
John Willoughby
The dashing stranger
Handsome and romantic, he sweeps Marianne off her feet.
Colonel Brandon
The steady friend
Older and serious, he admires Marianne quietly from a distance.