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What is the general rule . . .
In Response To: But his character was formed whilst a first son ()

. . . for JA's characters, though. Do you think she generally cast first/only sons in a bad light, or is there no pattern to follow?

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first sons
But Knightley and Edward Ferrars are elder sons! nfm
Yes, but....
But his character was formed whilst a first son
What is the general rule . . .
No pattern (nfm)
I agree nfm
Other examples
Actually Edward admits his ruin.....
True -- but he still has a "good" character
What was expected of eldest sons