From all of the remarks provided, it could be assumed that Emma was extremely privileged in terms of social rank in life (being affluent), as well as having a loving father and a governess who loves Emma so much to the point that she couldn't offer her any constraint. Emma's mistaken faith in her powers as a matchmaker and her prudish dread of love are at the heart of the narrative, which follows her missteps and developing self-understanding as a result of having these things and people around her.
