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Romance · 1813 · English

Pride and Prejudice

by Jane Austen

A witty, enduring story of first impressions, family expectations, and the unlikely courtship of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy.

About this book

Elizabeth Bennet is quick to judge the reserved and wealthy Mr. Darcy, while he struggles to see beyond her family’s social standing. Their encounters unfold against a lively world of country visits, balls, gossip, and the pressure to marry well.

Jane Austen turns a courtship story into a sharp exploration of class, reputation, and self-knowledge. The characters’ blind spots and sparkling conversations make the gradual revision of Elizabeth’s and Darcy’s opinions deeply satisfying.

The supporting cast is part of the pleasure: Mr. Collins’s solemn absurdity, Mrs. Bennet’s anxieties, and the contrasting choices of Elizabeth’s friends all sharpen the central story. Small changes in a conversation often reveal as much as a dramatic declaration.

Author
Jane Austen
First published
1813
Category
Romance
Language
English

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