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Manga Classics: Pride and Prejudice
by Po Tse, Stacy King
I waited for years to read this classic novel. I myself was prejudiced and seriously misjudged it — I thought I’d end up not finishing it, but I immediately fell into the rhythm of Jane Austen’s writing and breezed right through it. Austen’s third-person POV storytelling provided a closer look at all of the characters rather than following solely Elizabeth Bennet. It makes complete sense for Elizabeth to be the main character: she’s independent, unashamed, and a glorious heroine. Her stubbornness coincides with that of Mr. Darcy, and his brazen attitude challenges her outspoken one, creating an epic love story that stands even in the modern day.
All of the Bennet sisters are completely engrossing, from the admirably opinionated Elizabeth to the sweetest Jane and adolescent Kitty to the fiery and unpredictable Lydia. There are many different characters, such as Bingley, Wickham, Miss Bingley, Georgiana Darcy, Collins (Bless his pathetic soul), and other extended family members, such as the sisters’ sweet aunt and uncle. It was a joy to read of each. The male characters are each developed differently, with proper gentleman, conniving con artists, and extravagant family members. ALL of the characters are developed intrinsically. Mrs. Bennet was dramatic and potentially bipolar, and also hilariously emotionally manipulative, while Elizabeth’s relationship with her father was special and nurturing.
It was enjoyable to settle into the traditions and culture of Europe in the 1800s. I was warmed by the growing, organic, ardent love between Darcy and Eliza, but I was equally invested in the relationships of the other four sisters and their several acquaintances. The way that Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy challenge one another creates this image of an honest love and their union shows how gradually one can form affections for someone they’d never liked before. The title, Pride and Prejudice, perfectly marks the message of the story.
If you ever felt this story to be too stuffy or outdated to read, try it again. I highly recommend it as a comforting and cozy read, full of beautiful language and creative characters.
All of the Bennet sisters are completely engrossing, from the admirably opinionated Elizabeth to the sweetest Jane and adolescent Kitty to the fiery and unpredictable Lydia. There are many different characters, such as Bingley, Wickham, Miss Bingley, Georgiana Darcy, Collins (Bless his pathetic soul), and other extended family members, such as the sisters’ sweet aunt and uncle. It was a joy to read of each. The male characters are each developed differently, with proper gentleman, conniving con artists, and extravagant family members. ALL of the characters are developed intrinsically. Mrs. Bennet was dramatic and potentially bipolar, and also hilariously emotionally manipulative, while Elizabeth’s relationship with her father was special and nurturing.
It was enjoyable to settle into the traditions and culture of Europe in the 1800s. I was warmed by the growing, organic, ardent love between Darcy and Eliza, but I was equally invested in the relationships of the other four sisters and their several acquaintances. The way that Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy challenge one another creates this image of an honest love and their union shows how gradually one can form affections for someone they’d never liked before. The title, Pride and Prejudice, perfectly marks the message of the story.
If you ever felt this story to be too stuffy or outdated to read, try it again. I highly recommend it as a comforting and cozy read, full of beautiful language and creative characters.