Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" is perhaps the best show of the old cliche, "You can't judge a book by its cover." The first things that the reader will notice upon picking up this novel would make him/her throw it aside and never look at it again. Any edition of it will unmistakably ... Read review
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incapable of jealousy or any other major sin. That makes her sound like an insufferable goody-goody, but the truth is she's a completely hip character who ,if provoked, ...
incapable of jealousy or any other major sin. That makes her sound like an insufferable goody-goody, but the truth is she's a completely hip character who ,if provoked, is not above skewering her antagonist with a piece of her exceptionally sharp, yet always polite, 18th-century wit. The real point of the book though, the critical question which will keep you fixated throughout, is: will Elizabeth and Mr Darcy hook up? Read this genuine all-time classic and discover the answer while enjoying a story that has charmed generation after generation.
incapable of jealousy or any other major sin. That makes her sound like an insufferable goody-goody, but the truth is she's a completely hip character who ,if provoked, is not above skewering her antagonist with a piece of her exceptionally sharp, yet always polite, 18th-century wit. The real point of the book though, the critical question which will keep you fixated throughout, is: will Elizabeth and Mr Darcy hook up? Read this genuine all-time classic and discover the answer while enjoying a story that has charmed generation after generation.
incapable of jealousy or any other major sin. That makes her sound like an insufferable goody-goody, but the truth is she's a completely hip character who ,if provoked, is not above skewering her antagonist with a piece of her exceptionally sharp, yet always polite, 18th-century wit. The real point of the book though, the critical question which will keep you fixated throughout, is: will Elizabeth and Mr Darcy hook up? Read this genuine all-time classic and discover the answer while enjoying a story that has charmed generation after generation.
Advantages: Educational and enjoyable Disadvantages: Somewhat long and sometimes slow moving
...versus marriage for wealth; of pride and of prejudice.
The novel is admittedly a love story, primarily. If it is seen as nothing but a love story in some cheesy Mills and Boon style, the entire purpose of the novel would be overlooked. Underlying the love story, is a comic criticism of society and its norms, and this is the true theme of the novel. There is simultaneously a serious undertone, as the question of what is moral and righteous in a person ... ...observations Austen makes, speak only to the society of time. In the true spirit of a classic, "Pride and Prejudice" stands the test of time and applies to modern society. In other words, there certainly are more than a few Mrs. Bennets still out there today.
"Pride and Prejudice" is an enthralling read once the reader gets over the fact that, yes, it is almost 200 years old and alright, it has a romantic element in it. It really is funny, engaging ...
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One of the great classics Review ofPride & Prejudice (Dover Thrift Editions) - Jane Austenby
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Advantages: clearly written, wonderful characters Disadvantages: a little unbelievable
Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice was my introduction to the so called Classics. Having studied a few Dickens at school, I wasn't really that impressed, but a chance purchase of this book changed my mind. A classic romantic novel, Mr Darcy meets Elizabeth Bennett and begins to fall in love. However, she dislikes him, allowing herself to be influenced by how others think of him, and by some out right falsehoods from a friend. When she rejects his ... ...sisters actions threaten to bring disgrace to the whole family... I wont spoil the rest!
If you have seen the BBC version, or seen the film, then you should definately read this book, so much is missed out, it really is worth the effort. Elizabeth Bennett is a brilliant character, and in many ways Austen was far ahead of her time, creating a character who knows her own mind, and won't simply go along with what others would have her do if it doesnt ...
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