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Concern Over Rank and Wealth in Marriage Persists
The passage argues that marriage with large rank and fortune disparities, especially when the woman bears the disadvantage, rarely yields happiness. It stresses delicacy in accepting favors, distrust of ulterior motives, and the necessity of equality for friendship. Rosara’s situation is cited as perilous, risking reputation and virtue, with many women at risk of shipwrecking peace if not careful. Letters from Oxford and Greenwich, and other correspondence, are mentioned as received and acknowledged.
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