Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility novel (published in 1811), bridge the gap between regency and romantic periods, because creates a narrative that navigates into romantic courtship, social status involved, and financial gain. A contrast that shows the difference between both periods.
It brings the difference between romance and rational side, represented by each sister. It also discuss legal aspects of society like patriarchal system of inheritance, and the women's expected behavior with their families.