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The Nut Speech from "Persuasion". Wentworth, picking a hazelnut, uses it as a metaphor for firmness of character.

During the walk to Winthrop

The Nut Speech

Wentworth, picking a hazelnut, uses it as a metaphor for firmness of character. He praises the nut for its strength and resilience, implicitly contrasting it with Anne's past weakness in yielding to persuasion. The speech is a pointed critique of Anne's decision to break their engagement.