How do you as a modern reader, respond to Austen’s presentation of Mr. Knightley’s guidance of Emma in the novel as a whole?

After the episode at Box Hill, Mr. Knightley says to Emma, I must at a time more than speak to you as I have been used to do a privilege rather endured than allowed, perhaps, but I must in time use it.How do you as a modern reader, respond to Austens presentment of Mr. Knightleys guidance of Emma in the novel as a whole?It squirt be said that Emma is a novel which is based on morality and manners. In the society, and the people in which Jane Austen deals with, we gather up the high expectations, the pride and primarily good use of manners in their community. George Knightley is considered to be a well mannered and respectable man, and we are shown good reasons to believe so, on some occasions. He is thought of as a good-catch, being rich with out of date money, and having very high status, but does not show any signs of snobbism to or against an other person.In addition, Mr Knightley has galore(postnominal) good qualities, and we can see how fond Austen is of her faultles s character. We see him in many circumstances, (mostly) being calm, polite and sharp, never succumbing to rudeness. He is always pleasant and complaisant towards Miss Bates, which shows the reader a very gentle side to him, even though many other characters get agitated with her rather easily. Austen also helps us look how courtly and patient he is, whilst dealing with Mr. Woodhouse. He is a very annoying, infuriating man so by showing Mr. Knightley to be friendly and blanket(a) with him, helps us see what authentically great qualities this man has. When speaking to Emma, we understand how much he cares for her, though some times he may come along quite abrupt.Nevertheless, through and throughout the novel we see Emmas countless faults. She seems to be unpractised at the start of the novel, which can be said to justify her childish behaviour. though it appears that she does not know a lot about support in general, acting spoilt and immature we are soon shown of her sharp, i ntelligent and attractive self, which makes the reader realise of her desperate need of help. She is lacking parental dungeon greatly, and quite seriously it is clear to us that she has never had a gravel figure to look up to, totally ever having Miss Taylor her governess, which seems more like friendship than mother-daughter. Her father does not realise of her need of have intercourse and support, and therefore continues to act like a selfish child who of necessity a great deal of care, consequently windup up with Emma sympathize with and concerning for her father and not concentrating on her own needs. Although we see of her and her sisters closeness, Isabella has her own life and is away from their estate for most of the year. As a result Mr Knightley shows to be the only one capable and willing around her, to help her through and towards her development.As Mr. Knightley acts as Emmas mentor throughout the novel, we see on many occasions, him upsetting her with the truth, them in conflict, and a lot of realisation about oneself. When she boasts of her persuading Harriet to decline Robert Martins jointure proposal, as she is certain of Mr. Eltons love for Harriet, we see Mr. Knightley fuming with rage at her, as she does not realise the consequences of her actions, and the damage she will cause for the people involved. She is uncompromising with George Knightley, and only when Mr. Elton proposes to her, does she realise the reality in what she has done and the truth in what he has said. The situation is then followed by her self-searching, and reflecting on her actions, admitting she is wrong to only herself, soon forgetting of her wrong doings.Following the incident at Box Hill, it is the get-go time that we see Emma break down in the novel. Mr. Knightley is very angry with Emma, but does raise his voice, simply explains their situation of how people perceive them, clarify the importance of them setting a good example. Possibly the reason for h er humiliation, is the event that she did not realise how hurtful she was to Miss Bates, and never once took into favor of her position in the society. By explaining how their circle of friends look up to twain her and Mr. Knightley, Emma for the first time in the novel realises her situation as a woman, a mentor, and a friend. Once releasing her true, sad feelings, Mr. Knightley acts kind and careing towards her, and she accepts her mistakes, and is prompt to apologise to Miss Bates as well as being friendly and patient with her from then on. This can be seen as a self-analysis, which truly shows her willingness to develop.Even as a modern reader, it seems that Austen is simply showing 2 peoples love for each other, in which they both work hard to persist.Mr. Knightley cares a great deal for Emma, and we can see that all his stern and expert ways in which he has dealt with her throughout the novel, have all been on the grounds of his love for her, as a friend, a companion and a man. He is sensible and truthful during the narrative, which is how Austen gains our trust for him. He has helped her comprehend many difficult situations on many occasions, but she has also helped him to maybe not be so serious and untrusting. And it seems as though Emma realises this near the ending of the novel, whilst discussing the situation of herself and Mr. Knightley, and the situation of Frank and Jane, to Frank Churchill himself.Though at times Mr. Knightley has maybe seemed harsh and cold towards Emma, it has made her improve and mature in character greatly, ending with her fine development.