Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

Pride and Prejudice is an 1813 romantic novel by Jane Austen. It charts the emotional development of protagonist Elizabeth Bennet, who learns the error of making hasty judgments and comes to appreciate the difference between the superficial and the essential. The comedy of the writing lies in the depiction of manners, education, marriage, and money during the British Regency period.Mr. Bennet of the Longbourn estate has five daughters, but his property is entailed, meaning that none of the girls can inherit it. His wife has no fortune, so it is imperative that at least one of the girls marry well in order to support the others upon his death. Jane Austen's opening line, "It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife," is a sentence filled with irony and playfulness. The novel revolves around the importance of marrying for love, not simply for money, despite the social pressures to make a good (i.e., wealthy) match.Pride and Prejudice has long fascinated readers, consistently appearing near the top of lists of "most-loved books" among both literary scholars and the general public. It has become one of the most popular novels in English literature, with over 20 million copies sold, and paved the way for many archetypes that abound in modern literature.[1][better source needed] For more than a century, amateur and professional dramatic adaptations, print continuations and sequels, and film and TV versions of Pride and Prejudice have reimagined the original novel's memorable characters and themes to reach mass audiences.The 2005 film, Pride & Prejudice, starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen is the most recent Hollywood adaptation of the book................. Jane Austen ( 16 December 1775

Es la primera vez que un libro romántico me encanta. Excelente historia y personajes increíbles. Lo único que me pesa es no haberlo leído antes.

Not quite two stars, not quite three.

I didn't love it but I didn't hate it so idk.

Too much instalove in my opinion. Like I know that was just how it was back in the olden days but like no.

Downtown Abbey meets The Bachelor. Not a bad book I think, but the story is ALL AND ONLY about “girls and boys” in the high society of the 19th century England.

Read 1:48/7:10 25%

“Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen is a classic novel that has been cherished by readers for over two centuries. Here's a brief review:

Positives:
1. Character Development: Austen's characters are well-drawn and memorable, particularly the spirited and intelligent heroine, Elizabeth Bennet, and the proud yet misunderstood hero, Mr. Darcy.
2. Social Commentary: The novel offers a sharp critique of the social norms and class distinctions of 19th-century England.
3. Humor: Austen's wit shines throughout the book, making it an enjoyable read.
4. Romance: The romantic tension between Elizabeth and Darcy is compelling and satisfying.

Negatives:
1. Language: The language can be challenging for modern readers as it is written in early 19th-century English.
2. Pace: The story can be slow-paced at times, which might not appeal to those who prefer action-driven plots.

As for beginners, “Pride and Prejudice” can be a good introduction to classic literature due to its engaging characters and plot. However, the language and societal norms of the time might require some getting used to. It's recommended for beginners who are willing to take up the challenge of deciphering older English prose and are interested in historical societal norms.