I am one of the tiny minority who feel that Remus's actions are questionable.
I've got the impression that there are plenty of those who find Remus' actions ranging from highly questionable to outright unexcusable *g*
Remus is morally ambiguous (which, of course, is exactly what makes him a fascinating character), and I'm very glad he is perceived as such, because I heartily dislike the concept of sweet, enduring, loving Remus. He's pragmatic, and most of his actions derive from the desire to maintain a respectable facade.
I'd like to know in how far Austen's work has influenced Rowling's; I don't think that Rowling based Remus on the Austen villain, if only because she likes Remus. Then again, I love Remus and I still think he's Mr. Elliot.
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Date: 2005-02-23 04:28 am (UTC)I've got the impression that there are plenty of those who find Remus' actions ranging from highly questionable to outright unexcusable *g*
Remus is morally ambiguous (which, of course, is exactly what makes him a fascinating character), and I'm very glad he is perceived as such, because I heartily dislike the concept of sweet, enduring, loving Remus. He's pragmatic, and most of his actions derive from the desire to maintain a respectable facade.
I'd like to know in how far Austen's work has influenced Rowling's; I don't think that Rowling based Remus on the Austen villain, if only because she likes Remus. Then again, I love Remus and I still think he's Mr. Elliot.
Nice to meet you too. I'm glad you popped in :-)