"Sense and Sensibility" is a novel by Jane Austen that explores the lives and romantic entanglements of the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne. Set in the early 19th century, the story contrasts the sisters' differing approaches to love and life: Elinor embodies sense and rationality, while Marianne represents sensibility and emotion. Through their experiences, the novel delves into themes of love, social class, and the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society. The Dashwood sisters navigate heartbreak and societal expectations, ultimately discovering the importance of balance between reason and feeling in their pursuits of happiness.