Publisher's Synopsis
Pride and Prejudice is a classic novel written by Jane Austen, first published in 1813. The story takes place in England during the Georgian era and follows the life of Elizabeth Bennet, the second eldest daughter of the Bennet family. The novel explores the themes of social class, marriage, and love. Mrs. Bennet is eager to marry off her daughters to wealthy men, while Mr. Bennet is more concerned with their happiness. Elizabeth meets Mr. Darcy, a wealthy and proud man, and they immediately clash. However, as they continue to interact, Elizabeth begins to see a different side of Mr. Darcy and realizes that her initial prejudice was wrong. The novel also features several other memorable characters, including Elizabeth's sisters, Jane and Lydia, and their suitors, Mr. Bingley and Mr. Wickham. Pride and Prejudice is known for its witty dialogue, realistic portrayal of social customs, and strong female lead character. It has been adapted into numerous films, TV shows, and stage productions, and remains a beloved classic in English literature.It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a large fortune must be in want of a wife.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
