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Austen's most popular novel, the unforgettable story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Nominated as one of America's best-loved novels by PBS's The Great American Read
Few have failed to be charmed by the witty and independent spirit of Elizabeth Bennet in Austen's beloved classic Pride and Prejudice. When Elizabeth Bennet first meets eligible bachelor Fitzwilliam Darcy, she thinks him arrogant and conceited; he is indifferent to her good looks and lively mind. When she later discovers that Darcy has involved himself in the troubled relationship between his friend Bingley and her beloved sister Jane, she is determined to dislike him more than ever. In the sparkling comedy of manners that follows, Jane Austen shows us the folly of judging by first impressions and superbly evokes the friendships, gossip and snobberies of provincial middle-class life. This Penguin Classics edition, based on Austen's first edition, contains the original Penguin Classics introduction by Tony Tanner and an updated introduction and notes by Viven Jones. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Few have failed to be charmed by the witty and independent spirit of Elizabeth Bennet in Austen's beloved classic Pride and Prejudice. When Elizabeth Bennet first meets eligible bachelor Fitzwilliam Darcy, she thinks him arrogant and conceited; he is indifferent to her good looks and lively mind. When she later discovers that Darcy has involved himself in the troubled relationship between his friend Bingley and her beloved sister Jane, she is determined to dislike him more than ever. In the sparkling comedy of manners that follows, Jane Austen shows us the folly of judging by first impressions and superbly evokes the friendships, gossip and snobberies of provincial middle-class life. This Penguin Classics edition, based on Austen's first edition, contains the original Penguin Classics introduction by Tony Tanner and an updated introduction and notes by Viven Jones. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
- Format: TradePaperback
- Author: Austen, Jane
- ISBN: 9780141439518
- Condition: Used
- Dimensions: 7.70 x 0.80
- Number Of Pages: 480
- Publication Year: 2002
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A humorous classic good for a good laugh.
Larissa D. - 1 year agoMy book club was reading this, and to be very honest, I was a little skeptical at first. Printed back in the late 1800s, I was worried it would be drawn-out and boring, but Jane Austen changed my mind immediately. Elizabeth Bennett thinks she can understand anyone's background and mannerisms just by meeting them once. Fitzwilliam Darcy is a socially awkward Duke that likes his small group of friends, and doesn't want anything to do with anyone else. Pride and Prejudice is the story of these two beautiful characters discovering that maybe they don't quite understand how the world works after all. I would seriously recommend this book to anyone who loves the classics and romance.
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Classic, beautifully written
Lillian G. - 5 years 1 month agoThis book is so beautiful written. Since it is a classic it is hard to understand. If you have only watched they movie you are missing so much. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has a higher vocabulary and that loves old time romances. #SpringPicks.
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an entry point for classic lit
Sophie R. - 5 years 2 months agoThis was the book that got me into classic literature. Do not go into this book with the expectation of it being too difficult and serious to understand. It's supposed to be funny! I would highly recommend reading it in an English accent... #SpringPicks
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A walk back in time to how things use to be....
Sarah H. - 5 years 8 months agoIf you love reading about other time periods this is a MUST read! Like walking back in time and getting a front seat to Society and how it was. A story about social classes Classing and the push back by a young woman. Little would she know her Boldness would be what makes the very person she despises fall in love with her. A book about how Love can Change a person. Amazing Book!
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My most favorite book!
Deborah W. - 5 years 9 months agoEvery time I read this book, I find something new or connections I have never noticed before! It is a great read for those trying to dive into classic literature. For romantics, it is the ultimate love story - love, love lost, unrequited love, love found, and love finally shared. For the feminist - Elizabeth stands up to her mother, against social norms and societal pressures. Her rebuff of Mr Collins, accusations at Mr Darcy, and reply to the threats flung by Lady Catherine de Bourgh should elicit at least one "You go, girl!". #RequiredReading