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Pride and Prejudice

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Author: Jane Austen

Summary: Pride and Prejudice is a novel, set during the Regency era, at the time of England's preparation for a war with France; a world where women's primary goal in life is to marry "well." The story is seen with irony through the eyes of a young woman, Elizabeth Bennet, as she rides the waves of society, the militia spends the winter in town, romances develop, and she meets the mysterious and haughty Mr. Darcy.

Reading Level: Young Adult

Reviewed by: Bethany Grace Smith, 2003

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I generally dislike romance novels, but was surprised to find that I like Pride and Prejudice very much. The use of language is excellent, the main character admirable, the story distinctly lacking in silly "mush" and the personalities well developed; some of them, such as the silly Mrs. Bennet, and the extremely obsequious Mr. Collins, are hilariously funny, if a bit embarrassing at times in their foolishness. Sharp and witty, this is a "must-read."

Addendum: Bethany wrote this review when she was 16. It has subsequently become one of her favorite books.

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