Originally posted by: Gundamwing
 
Yahoooooooo another North and South fan. We are a gang Now. 
Thornton first proposal to Margaret was pure love, you just wanted to protect him. Darcy first proposal for Elizabeth was all pride, you wanted to kick his ass. Thornton didn't have to change much as much as Darcy did, compared to Darcy he is a real softy. Darcy is my first love, but Thornton is my sentimental favourite, he suffered a lot, a true hero he rose from the ashes. 
Both Elizabeth and Margaret are beautifully written female characters even when they are being unfair you understand their perspectives. 
âI know you despise me; allow me to say, it is because you do not understand me.â
â Elizabeth Gaskell, North and South

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