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4.14 AVERAGE
4.14 AVERAGE
Read- August 2019 for The N.E.W.Ts (My E in Charms)
- Trust me, rating this anything less than 5 stars hurts but this 'adaptation' of Pride and Prejudice just ain't IT. Pride and Prejudice is my favourite book of all time and I've wanted to read this manga for so long but I really didn't like it. The back bone of P&P is still in the story but the writing just didn't fit, I really doubt Elizabeth Bennett would say 'No way' as a regency era woman. I also didn't like the portrayal of Jane and Lydia was just a bitch.
- Trust me, rating this anything less than 5 stars hurts but this 'adaptation' of Pride and Prejudice just ain't IT. Pride and Prejudice is my favourite book of all time and I've wanted to read this manga for so long but I really didn't like it. The back bone of P&P is still in the story but the writing just didn't fit, I really doubt Elizabeth Bennett would say 'No way' as a regency era woman. I also didn't like the portrayal of Jane and Lydia was just a bitch.
Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice is one of my favourite books. I love the adaptations of her classic story, especially ones in different formats.
If you aren’t familiar with the story, it follows Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters on their way to finding love. Their mother, Mrs. Bennet, believes if her daughters have a fortune, they will be happy. Unfortunately, their father’s estate is entailed so it will be inherited by a distant cousin instead of the Bennet sisters. When Mr. Bingley moves into the large estate down the road, Mrs. Bennet is certain that one of her daughters will marry him, since he is wealthy. They meet Bingley and his friend Darcy at a ball they host at Bingley’s estate, Netherfield. Immediately, Elizabeth decides that Darcy is too proud to have anything to do with her or her family. Jane, Elizabeth’s older sister, falls in love with Bingley, and their mother begins to plan the wedding, though they aren’t engaged. Soon after that, Bingley, Darcy, and Bingley’s sisters move back to London. Jane is crushed when she realizes her relationship with Bingley is now over. Elizabeth and Jane then go on alternating holidays with their aunt and uncle, eventually leading them both back to Darcy and Bingley. Elizabeth will have to learn not to be so quick to judge people, and Darcy must put his pride aside to find love.
This manga version from UDON Entertainment follows the plot, but it fills in some gaps that were in the narrative too. For example, we get to see Darcy’s reaction to Elizabeth at the Lucas’s ball, when he first falls in love with her. This graphic novel gives an objective perspective, by showing Darcy’s reaction, whereas Austen’s novel follows Elizabeth’s perspective.
The language was more straightforward and simple in this graphic novel. It lost some of Jane Austen’s beautiful prose. However, this would make the book more accessible to readers of all levels.
There were two different manga art styles in this book. Most of the time, the pictures were realistic, a more traditional manga style. But sometimes the smaller frames had small cartoon drawings, that were less detailed. This change in style happened when Lydia, Kitty, or Mrs. Bennet we’re excited, talking about boys and/or money. The less detailed drawings demonstrate how childish and superficial those women were acting.
I’m excited to read more manga classics in the coming weeks. Look for more reviews coming soon!
If you aren’t familiar with the story, it follows Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters on their way to finding love. Their mother, Mrs. Bennet, believes if her daughters have a fortune, they will be happy. Unfortunately, their father’s estate is entailed so it will be inherited by a distant cousin instead of the Bennet sisters. When Mr. Bingley moves into the large estate down the road, Mrs. Bennet is certain that one of her daughters will marry him, since he is wealthy. They meet Bingley and his friend Darcy at a ball they host at Bingley’s estate, Netherfield. Immediately, Elizabeth decides that Darcy is too proud to have anything to do with her or her family. Jane, Elizabeth’s older sister, falls in love with Bingley, and their mother begins to plan the wedding, though they aren’t engaged. Soon after that, Bingley, Darcy, and Bingley’s sisters move back to London. Jane is crushed when she realizes her relationship with Bingley is now over. Elizabeth and Jane then go on alternating holidays with their aunt and uncle, eventually leading them both back to Darcy and Bingley. Elizabeth will have to learn not to be so quick to judge people, and Darcy must put his pride aside to find love.
This manga version from UDON Entertainment follows the plot, but it fills in some gaps that were in the narrative too. For example, we get to see Darcy’s reaction to Elizabeth at the Lucas’s ball, when he first falls in love with her. This graphic novel gives an objective perspective, by showing Darcy’s reaction, whereas Austen’s novel follows Elizabeth’s perspective.
The language was more straightforward and simple in this graphic novel. It lost some of Jane Austen’s beautiful prose. However, this would make the book more accessible to readers of all levels.
There were two different manga art styles in this book. Most of the time, the pictures were realistic, a more traditional manga style. But sometimes the smaller frames had small cartoon drawings, that were less detailed. This change in style happened when Lydia, Kitty, or Mrs. Bennet we’re excited, talking about boys and/or money. The less detailed drawings demonstrate how childish and superficial those women were acting.
I’m excited to read more manga classics in the coming weeks. Look for more reviews coming soon!
The Austen story is not one of my favorites, but this manga adaptation of it is done marvelously well. Perfect for those looking to try on a little Jane Austen, or seeking to refresh their mind of a classic they've previously read. There is great use of different styles of artwork in this book, done to represent different tone. It really uses the features of graphic design to fully benefit the reader in processing the story. Worth checking out!
It is a middle of the road manga, in my opinion. I have never read Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice', so I'm not sure if this manga is an accurate summary/description of the book.
I enjoyed the book, but as I said earlier, it's middle of the road. It isn't anything revolutionary, but it's great for a quick and fun read! The characters were enjoyable to read about and to see them interact with each other (although I didn't like some characters
I enjoyed the book, but as I said earlier, it's middle of the road. It isn't anything revolutionary, but it's great for a quick and fun read! The characters were enjoyable to read about and to see them interact with each other (although I didn't like some characters
This review was originally published on NetGalley.
I'm a very fan of Jane Austen and all her novels. When I found this title, I decided to take a chance since it's not every day that you find a classic from the 19th century drawn in Manga. And I most say, it was very worth it.
The plot of Pride and Prejudice is well known. The story is centred about the second-eldest daughter of a low-class family, Elizabeth in a world where women must marry since they can't heritage their father's fortune. Elizabeth will face love, hatred, lies and the hypocrisy that marks the 19th century English society.
I absolutely feel in love with the drawings. They are very expressive and it's simply beautiful to read. Of course, the story is an adaptation of the original, the characters interact and talk more and I even got to see Mr Darcy embarrassed which was very out-of-character but still very amusing. Even so, I think the adaptation was well made and the flow of story doesn't change at all.
A very pleasant read!
I'm a very fan of Jane Austen and all her novels. When I found this title, I decided to take a chance since it's not every day that you find a classic from the 19th century drawn in Manga. And I most say, it was very worth it.
The plot of Pride and Prejudice is well known. The story is centred about the second-eldest daughter of a low-class family, Elizabeth in a world where women must marry since they can't heritage their father's fortune. Elizabeth will face love, hatred, lies and the hypocrisy that marks the 19th century English society.
I absolutely feel in love with the drawings. They are very expressive and it's simply beautiful to read. Of course, the story is an adaptation of the original, the characters interact and talk more and I even got to see Mr Darcy embarrassed which was very out-of-character but still very amusing. Even so, I think the adaptation was well made and the flow of story doesn't change at all.
A very pleasant read!
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
This was great and hilarious. Some things have been omitted from the original as you would expect but the story is still quite true and enjoyable. I especially liked how Mr Collins and Sir William were portrayed. It had me laughing out loud!
The historical and literary inaccuracies are getting to me...
*Jane is neither "Miss Jane" nor "Lady Jane"
*"Are you seeing someone?" is not a question a lady would ask a gentleman and even if she did, he would have no idea what "seeing someone" meant.
*A gentleman would never call a lady to whom he was just introduced by her first name.
And that was just the first chapter.
Well, I finished it. Not because of any merit on its part, but because I'm no quitter.
*Jane is neither "Miss Jane" nor "Lady Jane"
*"Are you seeing someone?" is not a question a lady would ask a gentleman and even if she did, he would have no idea what "seeing someone" meant.
*A gentleman would never call a lady to whom he was just introduced by her first name.
And that was just the first chapter.
Well, I finished it. Not because of any merit on its part, but because I'm no quitter.
I loved it! I know it's the very same story we all know, but the drawing and structure made me enjoy this format though I was already acquainted with it.
The drawing is beautiful and the script even better. The writer put all the important details here, which is not that usual.
It is a lovely way to know this wonderful story and I definitely recommend it
The drawing is beautiful and the script even better. The writer put all the important details here, which is not that usual.
It is a lovely way to know this wonderful story and I definitely recommend it