Pride and Prejudice
Pride and Prejudice
Jane Austen
Tim O’Reilly
In terms of classics, you can’t do better than [this author] for understanding the human soul. - Tim O’Reilly
Hillary Clinton
One of Hillary Clinton's 3 answers to "Is there one book you wish all students would read?"
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Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice

Jane Austen
By
Jane Austen
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In the verdant countryside of early 19th-century England, "Pride and Prejudice" unfolds, a timeless tale of love, manners, and misunderstanding. Jane Austen weaves a narrative rich with irony and wit, centering on Elizabeth Bennet, an intelligent and spirited young woman, and Mr. Darcy, a proud and reserved gentleman. Their journey from mutual disdain to profound love is marked by societal expectations, personal misjudgments, and the meddling of others, offering a keen exploration of the complexities of first impressions and the barriers erected by class and pride. Austen's novel is a masterful dance of dialogue and character development, bringing to life a cast of characters as vivid today as they were over two centuries ago. Through the trials and tribulations of Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, "Pride and Prejudice" delves into themes of growth, redemption, and the enduring nature of true affection. It remains a cherished work in the literary canon, beloved for its sharp observation of the mores of its time and its enchanting portrayal of the enduring power of love.

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Released
1813
28 Jan
Length
279
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In terms of classics, you can’t do better than [this author] for understanding the human soul. - Tim O’Reilly
One of Hillary Clinton's 3 answers to "Is there one book you wish all students would read?"
I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of any thing than of a book! -- When I have a house of my own, I shall be miserable if I have not an excellent library.
— Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice

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