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Jane Austen
Jane Austen is the author of many literary romance classics such as "Sense and Sensibility," "Pride and Prejudice," and "Emma."
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What was Mr. Darcy's first impression of the Bennet family?
Darcy's first impression of the Bennet family was that they were ill mannered. He objected to their "situation," probably meaning that their connections were inferior, and referred to their "total want of propriety" in the letter he sent Elizabeth.
What does mr Collins say about lady Catherine's daughter?
Mr. Collins says that Anne De Bourgh, Lady Catherine's daughter, is very beautiful, "far superior to the handsomest of her sex," but he also admits she is not very accomplished because she is sickly and this prevents her from doing certain things. He also has told Lady Catherine that Miss De Bourgh seems destined to be a duchess, and that she would adorn the rank, rather than deriving consequence from it.
Can one equate Darcy with pride and Elizabeth with prejudice?
I think only to a degree. In the end, both characters share in this theme but in different ways. Darcy is proud because of his position in society, and that leads him to scorn anyone outside of his social class at the start. Critic A. Walton Litz commented: "in Pride and Prejudice one cannot equate Darcy with Pride, or Elizabeth with Prejudice; Darcy's pride of place is founded on social prejudice, while Elizabeth's initial prejudice against him is rooted in pride of her own quick perceptions." So Darcy is proud of his position because of social prejudice. Elizabeth at first had prejudice against him because she was proud of her own judgement.
In Pride and Prejudice after Lydia's marriage was arranged what did her father say?
He is grateful to his brother-in-law but also worried, as he does not know whether he will be able to return the sums he thinks the former must have spent to convince Wickham to marry Lydia. He then vows never to let her visit them and to "lock up" Kitty till her 25th birthday!
What did mr darcy say about elizabeth at the ball?
That she is not fair enough to tempt him, she is merely passable. On top of everything, she is a simple country girl, like all the rest of the guests
In Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice which word do you think is more important Pride or Prejudice?
How could the fine works Of Jane Austen in 'Pride and Prejudice' be the same with one word missing? I believe that if the book was called "Pride" or "Prejudice" it wouldn't be the same. In a summary, both words are important in the title, 'Pride and Prejudice'.
What character does Carey Mulligan play in 'Pride and Prejudice'?
Carey Mulligan played the part of Kitty Bennett in the 2005 film version of Pride and Prejudice.
What should be read first Sense and Sensibility or Pride and Prejudice?
This is a question that strikes me as being somewhat like, "Which should I try first, the world's best chocolate cake or the world's best apple pie?" It really depends on what sort of thing you like.
That having been said, I would suggest Pride and Prejudice, but I have to admit it is only because I so easily fell in love with Lizzy. Marianne Dashwood is too romantic for me, and Elinor is to sensible. Lizzy, however, is a delight through and through. But that is just me, and Sense and Sensibility is also a wonderful book.
Perhaps you should develop your own opinion.
What is the misunderstanding between Jane Bennet and Mr Bingley?
The misunderstanding between Jane and Mr. Bingley is such a heartbreaking one! Jane Bennett, who is the definition of modesty and humbleness, is always too shy to show what she really feels inside, especially given that her social situation, which, while decent, isn't up to Mr. Bingley's par. Mr. Bingley, on the other hand, radiates what he feels and is such a nice person to everyone. But this is where the doubt is seeded.
Jane, probably a little intimidated by Mr. Bingley's wealth, is always demure and shy around him, although obviously friendly towards him. She is never forward about her emotions and doesn't spend all of her time around Mr. Bingley, but tells Elizabeth that she really does like him. Even though we, the reader, know that Jane adores Bingley, he hasn't gotten any hint from her! He only thinks she thinks he is a nice friend, but doesn't want anything romantically from him.
This is why it was so easy for Mr. Darcy to plant the seed of doubt in Mr. Bingley's head, along with his sister, Miss Binlgey, of course, who didn't want to be connected to the Bennetts at all. Mr. Darcy says that Jane probably doesn't like him, and that it would be better to get away from them all and go back to the city. Charles Bingley eventually agrees.
Jane takes the move very badly. She thinks of his status, and wealth, and agrees (with Miss Bingley's provocation), that Mr. Bingley would be much better suited - more equal - if he were to marry Georgiana Darcy, Mr. Darcy's sister. So Jane suffers in silence because she doesn't want to start any trouble by acting on her emotions, and Mr. Bingley waits in London because he thinks Jane isn't suffering!
Even when Jane comes to London to visit Mr. Bingley, Miss Bingley leads her astray again by saying everything is going according to plan with Miss Darcy - oh, how wonderful Miss Darcy is, so very refined! The one time Jane was actually going to do something, Miss Bingley thwarts her again! Miss Bingley said she would tell Mr. Bingley of her visit, but Mr. Bingley never comes to see her. Jane takes that as confirmation of Miss Bingley's account, and returns to London, not knowing that Mr. Bingley didn't even know Jane was there.
After Elizabeth makes Mr. Darcy see the errors of his ways, though, he makes everything clear to Mr. Bingley, who goes back to Jane at once. Everything is eventually resolved, the misunderstanding is long gone, and Jane and Mr. Bingley get married. Happily ever after!
Has Mr Wickham been married to Miss King?
no he is unmarried until he elopes with lydia(the youngest miss bennet)
Mr. Darcy may have felt concerned or uneasy about Bingley and Jane's developing relationship, especially if he believes Jane is not truly interested in Bingley. He might also be reflecting on his own feelings towards Elizabeth Bennet and how they compare to Bingley and Jane's situation.
What can you learn about the Romantic period from the novel 'Pride and Prejudice'?
The most shocking aspect of Pride and Prejudice for the modern reader (at least to me) is the lack of power, lack of legal standing, and limited number of options available to women during that period. All through the book, various female characters are at the mercy of one male character after the other - and are virtually powerless to combat them. The female characters are physically attractive, well-bred, possess way-above-average intelligence and education. Yet, in the end, all of the resolutions of the various conflicts come about because a man has become enamored with one of the women and decides to "take care of her". It makes for a good read (or a good movie), but it doesn't always happen that way in real life. Kellykellykelly
Why is Robert Dashwood attracted to Lucy Steele?
How does Marianne change over the course of Sense and Sensibility?
She is forced to grow up very quickly. She becomes more "sensible", prejudices and first impressions no longer form the basis of her opinions. She has discovered that facts outweigh words, she learns whom to trust. Her experience has made her appreciate abnegation, devotion and honesty, so she falls in love with Maj Brannon, although her feelings are not as wild and passionate as they used to be. From now on, she will endeavour to control her emotions.
Two major works for which Jane Austen is credited?
Pride & Prejudice is probably her most famous, Sense & Sensibility coming next.
Other works such as Emma, Northanger Abbey, Mansfied Park, Persuasion, and Sanditon, are also really popular (and have been since).
When does the song another dance take place in the movie Pride and Prejudice?
"Another Dance" is on the soundtrack CD, but is not actually in the movie. My guess is that it was either in a scene that was cut out later or was recorded for the soundtrack but ended up not being used in the film.
The song is an arrangement (not original composition), so that also leads me to believe that it is an old English country dance tune. I've been working on identifying it. I wish the composer had credited the original tune title somewhere. :)
Was Jane Austen a miniaturist in Pride and Prejudice?
Jane Austen wrote Price and Prejudice but did not appear in it as a character. There's no record of her making minature portraits in 'real life.' The above answer wrongly addresses the question. Jane Austen was generally and largely a "miniaturist" in how she takes bits of life and magnifies them in her characters and plots. Courtship and finding one's place in proper society are examples of the slices of life that she explores and magnifies throughout her works.
Marianne and Colonel Brandon's in "Sense and Sensibility" (he adored her, but she appreciated him a lot, without loving him with the passion she used to have for... - I FORGOT HIS NAME, SORRY!) (It was Willoughby.)
What other novels have the theme of pride or prejudice other than Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice?
Other novels that explore themes of pride or prejudice include "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde, "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne, and "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Each of these novels delves into the consequences of pride, prejudice, or societal expectations on the characters' lives.
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What kind of relationship between a man and a woman did Jane Austen idealise?
Jane Austen idealised relationships based on mutual love and respect. In Pride and Prejudice, for example, Lizzy and Mr Darcy, Jane and Mr Bingley and Mr and Mrs Gardiner are all happily married because they have this kind of relationship, whereas Charlotte and Mr Collins, Lydia and Mr Wickham and Mr and Mrs Bennet do not love or respect one another, so do not find happiness in marriage.
Who are Mrs. Bennets siblings?
Mrs. Bennet has two siblings. One is Mrs. Philips, the wife of an attorney, who lives in Merriton (her husband never appears in the book). The other is Mr. Gardiner, who is a wealth tradesman, living in the Cheapside district of London. He is married to Mrs. Gardiner, who grew up in Lambton, near Darcy's estate, Pemberly.
