The novel is set in rural England during the 19th century and follows the story of the Bennet family, specifically their five daughters. The storyline follows the eldest daughter, Elizabeth, and her relationship with a wealthy gentleman named Mr. Darcy. The novel explores themes of social class, marriage, and gender roles through the witty and sharp dialogue of its characters. The characters in the novel represent varying societal positions, ranging from the landed gentry to the working class. The novel highlights the societal pressures and expectations placed upon women during this time period, particularly the pressure to marry well. The title of the novel reflects the two main qualities of its central characters. Pride refers to Mr. Darcy's arrogant demeanor and preconceived notions of those in the lower social class. Prejudice refers to Elizabeth's initial disdain for Mr. Darcy based on his behavior and social standing. Throughout the novel, the characters are forced to confront their own flaws and assumptions about others. The story ultimately depicts the overcoming of social barriers and the importance of self-reflection and humility in relationships. Pride and Prejudice is widely regarded as a masterpiece of English literature.
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.
However little known the feelings or views of such a man may be on his first entering a neighbourhood, this truth is so well fixed in the
minds of the surrounding families, that he is considered the rightful
property of some one or other of their daughters.
"My dear Mr. Bennet," said his lady to him one day, "have you
heard that Netherfield Park is let at last?"
Mr. Bennet replied that he had not.
"But it is," returned she; "for Mrs. Long has just been here, and she
told me all about it."
Mr. Bennet made no answer.
"Do you not want to know who has taken it?" cried his wife impatiently.
"You want to tell me, and I have no objection to hearing it."
This was invitation enough.
"Why, my dear, you must know, Mrs. Long says that Netherfield is
taken by a young man of large fortune from the north of England; that
he came down on Monday in a chaise and four to see the place, and
was so much delighted with it, that he agreed with Mr. Morris imme-
diately; that he is to take possession before Michaelmas, and some of
his servants are to be in the house by the end of next week."
"What is his name?"
"Bingley."
"Is he married or single?"
"Oh! Single, my dear, to be sure! A single man of large fortune;
four or five thousand a year. What a fine thing for our girls!"
"How so? How can it affect them?"
"My dear Mr. Bennet," replied his wife, "how can you be so tire-
some! You must know that I am thinking of his marrying one of them."
"Is that his design in settling here?"
"Design! Nonsense, how can you talk so! But it is very likely that
he may fall in love with one of them, and therefore you must visit him
as soon as he comes."
"I see no occasion for that. You and the girls may go, or you may
send them by themselves, which perhaps will be still better, for as you
are as handsome as any of them, Mr. Bingley may like you the best of
the party."
"My dear, you flatter me. I certainly have had my share of beauty,
but I do not pretend to be anything extraordinary now. When a woman
has five grown-up daughters, she ought to give over thinking of her
own beauty."
"In such cases, a woman has not often much beauty to think of."
"But, my dear, you must indeed go and see Mr. Bingley when he
comes into the neighbourhood."
"It is more than I engage for, I assure you."
"But consider your daughters. Only think what an establishment it
would be for one of them. Sir William and Lady Lucas are determined
to go, merely on that account, for in general, you know, they visit no
newcomers. Indeed you must go, for it will be impossible for us to visit
him if you do not."
"You are over-scrupulous, surely. I dare say Mr. Bingley will be
very glad to see you; and I will send a few lines by you to assure him
of my hearty consent to his marrying whichever he chooses of the girls;
though I must throw in a good word for my little Lizzy."
"I desire you will do no such thing. Lizzy is not a bit better than
the others; and I am sure she is not half so handsome as Jane, nor half
so good-humoured as Lydia. But you are always giving her the prefer-
ence."
"They have none of them much to recommend them," replied he;
"they are all silly and ignorant like other girls; but Lizzy has something
more of quickness than her sisters."
"Mr. Bennet, how can you abuse your own children in such a way?
You take delight in vexing me. You have no compassion for my poor
nerves."
"You mistake me, my dear. I have a high respect for your nerves.
They are my old friends. I have heard you mention them with consid-
eration these last twenty years at least."
"Ah, you do not know what I suffer."
"But I hope you will get over it, and live to see many young men of
four thousand a year come into the neighbourhood."
"It will be no use to us, if twenty such should come, since you will
not visit them."
"Depend upon it, my dear, that when there are twenty, I will visit
them all."
Mr. Bennet was so odd a mixture of quick parts, sarcastic humour,
reserve, and caprice, that the experience of three-and-twenty years had
been insufficient to make his wife understand his character. Her mind
was less difficult to develop. She was a woman of mean understanding, little information, and uncertain temper. When she was discontented, she fancied herself nervous. The business of her life was to get her daughters married; its solace was visiting and news.
. The show is set in the fictional town of Mystic Falls, Virginia, and follows the story of teenage girl Elena Gilbert and her encounters with vampires and other supernatural beings. The show revolves around the relationship between Elena and the two brothers, Stefan and Damon Salvatore. Stefan is a good vampire who tries to live on animal blood while Damon is his evil brother who feeds on humans. The show also features a host of other supernatural beings like werewolves, witches, hybrids, and ghosts. The Vampire Diaries explores themes of love, friendship, family, and sacrifice, and is known for its complex and compelling characters.
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