Paperback

English language

Published Aug. 5, 2009 by Middleton Classics.

ISBN:
978-0-9787871-1-0
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OCLC Number:
535161070

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"It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife."

Originally titled First Impressions, Jane Austen’s second and most popular novel abounds with wit, intriguing dialogue, and even suspense. In this comedy of manners, the well-to-do (and not so well-to-do) are placed under Austen’s unique microscope, as their lives, loves, pride, and prejudices are detailed with exquisite language—the kind of literary language that earned this title the notoriety of generations—and what results is a thrilling reading experience that will last long after the book’s legendary conclusion.

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Review of 'Pride and Prejudice' on 'Goodreads'

a delightful glimpse into an era long gone...

short plot description: centre of the book is the family Bennet, consisting of Mr. and Mrs. Bennet and their five unmarried daughters. The setting is early 19th century England and we follow the chain of events through the eyes of Elizatbeth Bennet (the second eldest daughter)which is started when a young, handsome, rich and unmarried young man moves into the neighbourhood.......

A wonderful read, a light, funny and romantic comedy which even after almost 200 years still has some remarkable insights into the relationship between men and women and the pressures of society. Some parts reminded me of the "screwball comedy" movies of the 1930s.

Minor point: language and grammar felt strange in places which is only to be expected in a novel that old.

My advice: for everyone who likes romantic novels

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