Mary Barton
How does the author use foreshadowing in Mary Barton?
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From the moment they meet as children, it is obvious that Jem is smitten with Mary. It is also obvious that she doesn't feel the same way. Their love/ hate relationship as children foreshadows their relationship as adults. Jem, however, proves that love conquers all.
Mary Barton