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jonsnowsmanbun's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny and Sexism
Minor: Adult/minor relationship
jowmy4's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Incest, Misogyny, Sexism, and Violence
Minor mention of gambling Minor reference to sex workbooksjessreads's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I absolutely ADORED this book, so so so much. I remember finishing it the other day and thinking wow, and over the last few days I've become basically obsessed with it and haven't stopped thinking about it.
I am actually unsure where to begin. After reading this, I understand why most people who have read this absolutely adore Mr. Darcy. At first, I felt like I was led on and immersed in Elizabeth's prejudice and didn't really take to his character, but I fell and rose through Elizabeth's emotions with her about Mr. Darcy and I felt like I was longing for him to come back into the story when she did.
I loved the themes of womanhood that were presented throughout the novel and how Elizabeth's character was influenced by Wollstonecraft's work. Her ferocity, tenacity and confidence, her independence and courage struck me and resonated with what I believe women to be. I also love how Elizabeth contrasted largely with her sisters, her mother, and other women in the novel. I felt like each woman displayed an overwhelming characteristic that was expected of women at the time - which is perfectly summed up by one of Elizabeth's speeches at Mr. Bingley, questioning the accomplishments and expectations of women. One of my favourite quotes in relation to womanhood was:
"There is a stubbornness about me that can never bear to be frightened at the will of others. My courage always rises at every attempt to intimidate me." I will carry this with me.
Not only was it a wonderful romance novel (not always my go-to genre so this was pretty special), but one relationship which really stood out to me was that of Elizabeth and her sister. Their dynamic was perfect. I loved their trust in each other and their investment in each others happiness. Their closeness just made my heart so full!
I have many things to say about this novel. But like Dorian Gray, I am wanting to reread it again to get the most out of it.
I am actually unsure where to begin. After reading this, I understand why most people who have read this absolutely adore Mr. Darcy. At first, I felt like I was led on and immersed in Elizabeth's prejudice and didn't really take to his character, but I fell and rose through Elizabeth's emotions with her about Mr. Darcy and I felt like I was longing for him to come back into the story when she did.
I loved the themes of womanhood that were presented throughout the novel and how Elizabeth's character was influenced by Wollstonecraft's work. Her ferocity, tenacity and confidence, her independence and courage struck me and resonated with what I believe women to be. I also love how Elizabeth contrasted largely with her sisters, her mother, and other women in the novel. I felt like each woman displayed an overwhelming characteristic that was expected of women at the time - which is perfectly summed up by one of Elizabeth's speeches at Mr. Bingley, questioning the accomplishments and expectations of women. One of my favourite quotes in relation to womanhood was:
"There is a stubbornness about me that can never bear to be frightened at the will of others. My courage always rises at every attempt to intimidate me." I will carry this with me.
Not only was it a wonderful romance novel (not always my go-to genre so this was pretty special), but one relationship which really stood out to me was that of Elizabeth and her sister. Their dynamic was perfect. I loved their trust in each other and their investment in each others happiness. Their closeness just made my heart so full!
I have many things to say about this novel. But like Dorian Gray, I am wanting to reread it again to get the most out of it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny and Sexism
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship
samchase112's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Rating: 5 stars
Vanity and pride are different things, though the words are often used synonymously. A person may be proud without being vain. Pride relates more to our opinion of ourselves, vanity to what we would have others think of us.
How can I have gone so long without reading the works of the immeasurable Jane Austen? How could I deprive myself of the pleasure of her words for so many years? How could I not realize that my enjoyment could be so great when engrossed in a novel by Jane Austen? But seriously. I loved this book! It was just as wonderful as Sense and Sensibility in a different way.
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.
And thus begins the various dramas and marriage wishes of the Bennet sisters: Jane, Elizabeth, Mary, Lydia, and Kitty, most notably the eldest three. The first line of the novel, as reiterated above, is almost misleading because it implies that a man is looking for a wife. However, in this novel and throughout Regency society itself, the reality is that the women must find husbands for themselves in order to live comfortably and remain viable parts of society. All of the characters around them, then, either encourage or detract from this overall goal. Mrs. Bennet is described as a silly, impolite, and detrimental to her daughters' pursuits. Mr. Bennet is a simple man who hates having to deal with his wife and daughters, especially when they are pursuing a marriage. Mr. Wickham, Mr. Collins, Mr. Bingley, Mr. Darcy, and all the officers of the area are the potential husbands for the girls; they are prizes to be won, men to be wooed. Some of the minor characters include Elizabeth's friend Charlotte Lucas, another eligible woman; the Gardiners, the sweet aunt and uncle of the Bennet sisters; Miss Bingley, whose manipulative ways are bent towards procuring Mr. Darcy; and Lady Catherine de Bourgh, the haughty woman who thinks she can control everyone and everything.
There are few people whom I really love, and still fewer of whom I think well. The more I see of the world, the more am I dissatisfied with it; and every day confirms my belief of the inconsistency of all human characters, and of the little dependence that can be placed on the appearance of merit or sense.
As the title suggests, this book focuses on how prides and prejudices can affect a relationship. Mr. Darcy is portrayed as the one with pride - he does not deign to speak to those beneath him, and won't dance with Elizabeth at the start of the book because she "is not handsome enough." Elizabeth embodies prejudice, since from that first meeting everything Mr. Darcy does is viewed through the lens of his being selfish and haughty. Because of that snub, he can do nothing right in her eyes. Eventually, both realize the errors of their ways, and are eventually ashamed and repentant of their earlier actions. Lady Catherine de Bourgh is another character which embodies pride, as she believes she can lord over everyone and tell them exactly what to do with every second of their lives. Quite satisfyingly, she receives her comeuppance at the end of the novel in a pretty hilarious way.
I cannot fix on the hour, or the spot, or the look or the words, which laid the foundation. It is too long ago. I was in the middle before I knew that I had begun.
The main plot of the book revolves relationships. The most important, and the most famous, is the relationship between Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy. They are at a constant push-and-pull, primarily because of Elizabeth's prejudices against him. She is a clever, headstrong girl who has no problem saying what she means to either Mr. Darcy or anyone else. She is portrayed as much more sensible and well-behaved than the rest of her family - with the exception of Jane - which leads to her often being embarrassed by their behavior in social situations. Mr. Darcy is a proud, rich man who only has time for the people he deems worth it. When Elizabeth catches his eye, however, there is no stopping his infatuation. Their relationship was so dramatic, adorable, and full of love, and I absolutely loved it. Jane and Mr. Bingley's romance was equally adorable. They're just two of the kindest, most positive people on earth and thus so perfectly suited for one another.
A lady's imagination is very rapid; it jumps from admiration to love, from love to matrimony in a moment.
In contrast, Catherine Lucas becomes attached to a man who she doesn't necessarily love in order to secure her own future. This type of relationship was probably much more common during this period in time than that of Elizabeth's. Many women often had to settle in order to have a comfortable life. Two other marriages not based on love are those of Lydia and the Bennet parents. Lydia and Mrs. Bennet are described so much alike, that it is appropriate that their relationships are so similar. Mr. and Mrs. Bennet's marriage is revealed to be one which was forged after a short whirlwind romance; they later realize that neither is happy with the nuances of living with the other's personality and habits. Similarly, Lydia is swept into a scandalous whirlwind romance, and it is hinted at that she and her husband will never be truly happy with each other and their life in general.
I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of any thing than of a book! -- When I have a house of my own, I shall be miserable if I have not an excellent library.
I had to read this book for a class, but I must admit that I went beyond the scheduled chapters and finished the book before I was supposed to because I couldn't put it down! I wanted to see where the characters would end up, and all the drama just drew me in. Once again, Jane Austen impressed me with her wit and clever jokes. Pride and Prejudice actually wasn't as funny to me as Sense and Sensibility, but it definitely had its moments. I highly recommend this book! Now on to Persuasion, which I hope to love as much as I've loved both of Austen's books so far.
Reread May 2019
A second read has done nothing to quell my love for this novel! Since reviewing it the first time, I have seen multiple adaptations and had many conversations about the novel. I don't see my love for Jane Austen diminishing anytime soon...
Reread June 2024
Does it get any better than becoming sucked into a Jane Austen audiobook? No. No it does not. And I forget how fun and sarcastic Elizabeth is, she’s such a delight and so teasing. What an icon. This yearlong revisit of Austen’s novels has been so refreshing! So happy to continue finding new elements and be enjoying my time with these characters and writing.
Vanity and pride are different things, though the words are often used synonymously. A person may be proud without being vain. Pride relates more to our opinion of ourselves, vanity to what we would have others think of us.
How can I have gone so long without reading the works of the immeasurable Jane Austen? How could I deprive myself of the pleasure of her words for so many years? How could I not realize that my enjoyment could be so great when engrossed in a novel by Jane Austen? But seriously. I loved this book! It was just as wonderful as Sense and Sensibility in a different way.
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.
And thus begins the various dramas and marriage wishes of the Bennet sisters: Jane, Elizabeth, Mary, Lydia, and Kitty, most notably the eldest three. The first line of the novel, as reiterated above, is almost misleading because it implies that a man is looking for a wife. However, in this novel and throughout Regency society itself, the reality is that the women must find husbands for themselves in order to live comfortably and remain viable parts of society. All of the characters around them, then, either encourage or detract from this overall goal. Mrs. Bennet is described as a silly, impolite, and detrimental to her daughters' pursuits. Mr. Bennet is a simple man who hates having to deal with his wife and daughters, especially when they are pursuing a marriage. Mr. Wickham, Mr. Collins, Mr. Bingley, Mr. Darcy, and all the officers of the area are the potential husbands for the girls; they are prizes to be won, men to be wooed. Some of the minor characters include Elizabeth's friend Charlotte Lucas, another eligible woman; the Gardiners, the sweet aunt and uncle of the Bennet sisters; Miss Bingley, whose manipulative ways are bent towards procuring Mr. Darcy; and Lady Catherine de Bourgh, the haughty woman who thinks she can control everyone and everything.
There are few people whom I really love, and still fewer of whom I think well. The more I see of the world, the more am I dissatisfied with it; and every day confirms my belief of the inconsistency of all human characters, and of the little dependence that can be placed on the appearance of merit or sense.
As the title suggests, this book focuses on how prides and prejudices can affect a relationship. Mr. Darcy is portrayed as the one with pride - he does not deign to speak to those beneath him, and won't dance with Elizabeth at the start of the book because she "is not handsome enough." Elizabeth embodies prejudice, since from that first meeting everything Mr. Darcy does is viewed through the lens of his being selfish and haughty. Because of that snub, he can do nothing right in her eyes. Eventually, both realize the errors of their ways, and are eventually ashamed and repentant of their earlier actions. Lady Catherine de Bourgh is another character which embodies pride, as she believes she can lord over everyone and tell them exactly what to do with every second of their lives. Quite satisfyingly, she receives her comeuppance at the end of the novel in a pretty hilarious way.
I cannot fix on the hour, or the spot, or the look or the words, which laid the foundation. It is too long ago. I was in the middle before I knew that I had begun.
The main plot of the book revolves relationships. The most important, and the most famous, is the relationship between Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy. They are at a constant push-and-pull, primarily because of Elizabeth's prejudices against him. She is a clever, headstrong girl who has no problem saying what she means to either Mr. Darcy or anyone else. She is portrayed as much more sensible and well-behaved than the rest of her family - with the exception of Jane - which leads to her often being embarrassed by their behavior in social situations. Mr. Darcy is a proud, rich man who only has time for the people he deems worth it. When Elizabeth catches his eye, however, there is no stopping his infatuation. Their relationship was so dramatic, adorable, and full of love, and I absolutely loved it. Jane and Mr. Bingley's romance was equally adorable. They're just two of the kindest, most positive people on earth and thus so perfectly suited for one another.
A lady's imagination is very rapid; it jumps from admiration to love, from love to matrimony in a moment.
In contrast, Catherine Lucas becomes attached to a man who she doesn't necessarily love in order to secure her own future. This type of relationship was probably much more common during this period in time than that of Elizabeth's. Many women often had to settle in order to have a comfortable life. Two other marriages not based on love are those of Lydia and the Bennet parents. Lydia and Mrs. Bennet are described so much alike, that it is appropriate that their relationships are so similar. Mr. and Mrs. Bennet's marriage is revealed to be one which was forged after a short whirlwind romance; they later realize that neither is happy with the nuances of living with the other's personality and habits. Similarly, Lydia is swept into a scandalous whirlwind romance, and it is hinted at that she and her husband will never be truly happy with each other and their life in general.
I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of any thing than of a book! -- When I have a house of my own, I shall be miserable if I have not an excellent library.
I had to read this book for a class, but I must admit that I went beyond the scheduled chapters and finished the book before I was supposed to because I couldn't put it down! I wanted to see where the characters would end up, and all the drama just drew me in. Once again, Jane Austen impressed me with her wit and clever jokes. Pride and Prejudice actually wasn't as funny to me as Sense and Sensibility, but it definitely had its moments. I highly recommend this book! Now on to Persuasion, which I hope to love as much as I've loved both of Austen's books so far.
Reread May 2019
A second read has done nothing to quell my love for this novel! Since reviewing it the first time, I have seen multiple adaptations and had many conversations about the novel. I don't see my love for Jane Austen diminishing anytime soon...
Reread June 2024
Does it get any better than becoming sucked into a Jane Austen audiobook? No. No it does not. And I forget how fun and sarcastic Elizabeth is, she’s such a delight and so teasing. What an icon. This yearlong revisit of Austen’s novels has been so refreshing! So happy to continue finding new elements and be enjoying my time with these characters and writing.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexism
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