Pride and Prejudice
Categories: Advanced Readers, Fiction, Review
Tags: Jane Austen, Long Read
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The arrival of an unmarried young gentleman by the name of Mr. Bingley is a matter of great interest to everyone in the small town. Mrs. Bennett in particular is hoping he will take notice of one of her five daughters and sets about ensuring several meetings at dinners and the local balls, etc. Elizabeth Bennett, the second-oldest, finds it of little consequence—but she does take an immediate disliking to Bingley’s friend Mr. Darcy, who seems undoubtedly proud and conceited. However, as the months go by and many, many scenarios unfold, she begins to see his true character. But surely her change of opinion is too late now?
Perhaps not everyone can enjoy Jane Austen’s writings, but I personally find them to be delightful reads of an “every now and then” sort. While not fast-moving, they keep me interested throughout the entirety—and surprising plot twists are not uncommon. Pride and Prejudice must certainly be Austen’s most famous novel (so if you haven’t read it, give it a try); however, I have enjoyed some of her others like Mansfield Park and Persuasion equally well.
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Jordan Harris said:
I agree that Jane Austen can be delightful, although for me only when taken in rather small doses, but perhaps that is only because I’m a guy. Although I’ve seen multiple film versions of Pride and Prejudice, I am just now beginning to read the book. Transferring just about any work of literature into a film loses much of the author’s original genius, so it’s enjoyable even though I already know the story well.