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"Persuasão" is a novel written by Jane Austen that follows the story of Anne Elliot, a young woman who is persuaded by her family to break off her engagement with a sailor named Frederick Wentworth due to his lack of fortune and social status. Years later, Anne is still unmarried and regrets her decision to let go of her true love. When Frederick returns as a wealthy and successful man, Anne must navigate her feelings for him and societal expectations to find happiness and true love. The novel explores themes of love, class, and the power of persuasion.
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