The truth about Wickham.
Mr. Darcy reveals in his letter to Elizabeth that he was responsible for separating Jane Bennet from Mr. Bingley due to his concerns about her true feelings. He also explains his noble actions in assisting Mr. Wickham financially, but reveals Wickham's true character as a manipulative and deceitful person. Additionally, he expresses his genuine love for Elizabeth despite their differences and misunderstandings.
Elizabeth learns about Darcy's role in influencing Bingley by reading a letter Darcy writes to her. In the letter, Darcy reveals that he convinced Bingley to distance himself from Jane Bennet because he believed Jane did not truly love Bingley. This revelation opens Elizabeth's eyes to Darcy's true character and motivations.
Mr. Darcy gave Elizabeth a letter that explained his actions.
Mr. Darcy gave Elizabeth a letter that explained his actions.
Darcy gave Elizabeth a letter the morning after he had proposed, and she refused, at Hunsford, in Kent. The purpose of the letter was to defend himself from the accusations she had made against him as she rejected him.
Darcy's letter to Elizabeth in Pride and Prejudice is written in Chapter 35.
when she reads Mr. Darcy's letter
Darcy's letter causes Elizabeth to reflect on the things she thinks about both him and Wickham. She comes to the conclusion that Wickham is untrustworthy and Darcy is not as bad as she had thought.
Elizabeth was disappointed in "Pride and Prejudice" because she discovered Mr. Darcy's involvement in separating her sister, Jane, from Mr. Bingley, leading to a misunderstanding and the belief that Mr. Darcy was acting against her family's happiness. This revelation clashed with her growing admiration for Mr. Darcy and caused disappointment and hurt.
Walking around the grounds of Rosings Park.
Darcy ultimately tells Elizabeth that her "fine eyes" have bewitched him.
Throughout the letter, Darcy addresses Elizabeth respectfully, acknowledges his faults, and expresses his continued admiration for her intelligence and spirit. He also admits that he cannot blame her for her rejection and accepts her decision without resentment. These actions demonstrate Darcy's respect for Elizabeth's agency and individuality.
Darcy attributes prejudice to Elizabeth, while Elizabeth attributes pride to Darcy.