Emma Chapter 4-6: Farmer Robert Martin and Emma's Influence

TLDREmma learns about Harriet's attachment to farmer Robert Martin. Emma discourages the acquaintance and proposes Mr. Elton as a suitable match. Mr. Knightley expresses reservations about Emma's influence. Mr. Elton becomes friends with Harriet. Emma draws Harriet's portrait with Mr. Elton's full support.

Key insights

💑Harriet develops an attachment to farmer Robert Martin, which Emma disapproves of.

🚫Emma discourages Harriet from further acquaintance with the socially inferior Martin family.

👫Emma suggests Mr. Elton as a suitable match for Harriet.

🤔Mr. Knightley expresses reservations about Emma's friendship with Harriet.

🖌️Emma draws Harriet's portrait with Mr. Elton's support, leading Emma to believe he has feelings for Harriet.

Q&A

Who does Harriet develop an attachment to?

—Harriet develops an attachment to farmer Robert Martin.

Who does Emma propose as a suitable match for Harriet?

—Emma suggests Mr. Elton as a suitable match for Harriet.

What does Mr. Knightley express reservations about?

—Mr. Knightley expresses reservations about Emma's friendship with Harriet.

What does Emma draw for Harriet?

—Emma draws a portrait of Harriet.

Who supports Emma in drawing Harriet's portrait?

—Mr. Elton supports Emma in drawing Harriet's portrait.

Timestamped Summary

00:09Emma learns about Harriet's attachment to farmer Robert Martin.

01:09Mr. Knightley expresses reservations about Emma's friendship with Harriet.

02:23Mr. Elton becomes friends with Harriet and Emma.

02:35Emma draws Harriet's portrait with Mr. Elton's full support.

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