This is one of my all-time favorites. I only rated the book a four, however, because it can be a bit hard to read since the book was written several centuries ago. I have seen every Pride and Prejudice movie ever made.
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janeausten
3 years ago
I know people love Jane Austin, and that this is a classic book – but I just didn’t enjoy it in Junior High, High School or College. I tried again in my thirties still just could not get into it – I enjoy British drawing room dramas, so I gave it another go a few years back – nope, just felt like slogging. So, with apologies to all her fans, this …
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carolinem
3 years ago
No matter how many times I read it, I always wish it went on for much longer. Or perhaps that Austen had written a sequel about the life and times of Mr. & Mrs. Darcy, including keeping us apprised of how Jane & Bingley were doing, and if the nasty Mr. Wickham had abandoned Lydia yet. Would becoming a grandmother change Mrs. Bennett from a vapid idiot into a sweetheart, or would she still want all the attention? I for one would be interested to know!
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kurtbenson
3 years ago
The question was “required reading”; well Pride and Prejudice fits the bill on many levels. As a classic, as a magnificent example of writing style, and as one of the great comedies of the human condition. Published in 1813, the context of the book might be hard for some youngsters to get, but anyone who has ever been embarrassed by their parents will relate to the characters.
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juliejohnson
3 years ago
An undeniable classic.
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briannaduff
3 years ago
I just finished rereading this book (my friend mentioned she’d never read it before, and in encouraging her to pick it up for the first time, I convinced myself to read it again) and it just never stops being wonderful – funny and witty and a lovely delight all the way through.
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charlesfinch
3 years ago
At the end of January I looked up and realized I’d read everything Jane Austen wrote again by accident . This happens to me every six or seven years.
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alexleigh
3 years ago
Pride and Prejudice is one of my absolute favorite books!
A lot of people swear off Jane Austin because of the ‘old english’ used within the novel- and trust me I totally get that!
I first read the book for a book report in high school- talk about boring! So I read the book and watched the movie to ensure I understood what was going on. (The one with Kiera Knightly is totally swoon worthy)
After watching the movie I decided to reread the book, not for a book report. It just for curiosity’s sake to see if I could understand the story better. And you know what it totally worked. Since then I’ve challenged myself to read more novels from different eras – and this has created my love of reading.
I now own 7 copies of this novel, paperback, hard back, and a few that are a hundred years old! i challenge you to read this crazy relatable tale- if it doesn’t make much sense at first, watch the movie and then take a second shot! I promise you will fall in love with the characters, the plot and overall the frankness of our dear Lizzy
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chrissy
3 years ago
So I first read this book when I was far too young to understand the language and the brilliance of how feminist and revolutionary Elizabeth’s choices were. However, I try to reread it (now that I’ve graduated college with an degree in English Literature) once a year because it’s just so dramatic and yet comforting. There are copies that have multiple footnotes if you aren’t comfortable with the regency language or English phrases that I highly recommend.
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heidiashworth
3 years ago
As a high school freshman my English teacher informed the class that some parents would not allow their children to read the book she had selected for us. Upon arriving home that afternoon, I discovered I was one of those students. I was therefore required to select a different book to read while the class read the material my mother deemed inappropriate. I chose Pride and Prejudice and have never regretted it. I must confess I thought Mr. Bennet a bit of a wimp. My father, possessed of even more daughters, has more gumption. Meanwhile, my mother has quite a bit more sense than Mrs. Bennett. However, their need, drive, even obsession, to wed their daughters to suitable men is a circumstance with which I, daughter number six, am most familiar. As such I found parts of the book laugh-out-loud funny, something that never happens when watching film versions. The plot revolves around what I call the George-and-Gracie-Threes-Company-debacle. If Gracie (or Chrissy) had just told George (or her roommates) some piece of pivotal information, the book (or TV episode) would have ended much sooner. This is the plot device at the center of many traditional Regency romances, as well. The eventual disclosure of this information (or more than one as is the case in this book) results in delight in the reader, as does the events leading up to said disclosure. The mores of this time period lend themselves well to this turn of events, as plain speaking was often considered either rude, too intimate, or not fashionable. Some of the vocabulary can be difficult for some readers, but the author’s way of turning a phrase is exquisite. Truly a must read.
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mairib216
3 years ago
One of my favorite Jane Austen books!
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leiferikson
3 years ago
I enjoyed this book very much.
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bella
3 years ago
This is one of my all time favorites because of the exceptional writing and excellently crafted story. Along with the fun, intriguing, and most importantly realistic characters.
I highly recommend this book, and anything else by Jane Austen.
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lkcastleman
3 years ago
What can anyone say about Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice besides eternally awesome!
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chanelcleeton
3 years ago
Pride & Prejudice will forever be cemented as one of my all-time favorites. The romance between Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet is one of the greatest love stories and Austen creates timeless characters readers keep coming back to. This book is so relatable and is both an excellent social commentary and a study of relationships–the subtle nuances of family life.
Elizabeth’s family is larger-than-life and the reader feels as though they are part of that family from the start of the novel. Each sister has a unique personality that really shines throughout the book and the Bennet parents are charming additions for all of their foibles and eccentricities. Elizabeth’s friendships are equally well-developed and one of this novel’s strengths is the sense that the reader is immediately immersed in village life.
There are so many layers to this book, so many elements that make it shine and withstand the test of time as a seminal piece of literature. It’s an engaging, easy read filled with wit and verve. And romance. This book is brimming with swoon worthy moments that will steal your heart. I highly recommend this one if you’re looking for a book to fall in love with.
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susan
3 years ago
I first read this when it was on a bookclub list that I had joined. Took me a while to get going on it because the language was a little difficult to follow. But once I got the “flow” of it, I finished it quickly. Was so sad to see it end that I have been reading variations and continuations of it ever since. And, of course, I have read the original Austen book again and again, it is that good!
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grlyons
3 years ago
This book is an enduring classic for a reason. Excellent characterization and a wonderful story. Every time I read it or watch a film adaptation (the BBC version only, of course!), I’m riveted. Can’t stop watching or can’t put it down.
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jtmoriarty
3 years ago
I loved this 200 year old novel, which read as easily as anything today. LotR or Peter Pan seem to have more dated language, this is fine.
If you liked the bbc series this is great to read, as you get the pictures in mind and your favourite scenes are all here, plus you get the fun of shooting the differences between book and screen.
Do not mention the movie to me. No.
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bjohnson64
3 years ago
One of the best books ever.
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janerubino
3 years ago
For any aspiring novelist who wants to understand how to compose a work fiction, there is no better template than “Pride and Prejudice” – symmetry of construction, sharp characterization, masterful use of language and dialogue. Is it a satire, a romance, a commentary on society and morality, a comedy of manners? Answer: Yes!
By janeausten
This is one of my all-time favorites. I only rated the book a four, however, because it can be a bit hard to read since the book was written several centuries ago. I have seen every Pride and Prejudice movie ever made.
I know people love Jane Austin, and that this is a classic book – but I just didn’t enjoy it in Junior High, High School or College. I tried again in my thirties still just could not get into it – I enjoy British drawing room dramas, so I gave it another go a few years back – nope, just felt like slogging. So, with apologies to all her fans, this …
No matter how many times I read it, I always wish it went on for much longer. Or perhaps that Austen had written a sequel about the life and times of Mr. & Mrs. Darcy, including keeping us apprised of how Jane & Bingley were doing, and if the nasty Mr. Wickham had abandoned Lydia yet. Would becoming a grandmother change Mrs. Bennett from a vapid idiot into a sweetheart, or would she still want all the attention? I for one would be interested to know!
The question was “required reading”; well Pride and Prejudice fits the bill on many levels. As a classic, as a magnificent example of writing style, and as one of the great comedies of the human condition. Published in 1813, the context of the book might be hard for some youngsters to get, but anyone who has ever been embarrassed by their parents will relate to the characters.
An undeniable classic.
I just finished rereading this book (my friend mentioned she’d never read it before, and in encouraging her to pick it up for the first time, I convinced myself to read it again) and it just never stops being wonderful – funny and witty and a lovely delight all the way through.
At the end of January I looked up and realized I’d read everything Jane Austen wrote again by accident . This happens to me every six or seven years.
Pride and Prejudice is one of my absolute favorite books!
A lot of people swear off Jane Austin because of the ‘old english’ used within the novel- and trust me I totally get that!
I first read the book for a book report in high school- talk about boring! So I read the book and watched the movie to ensure I understood what was going on. (The one with Kiera Knightly is totally swoon worthy)
After watching the movie I decided to reread the book, not for a book report. It just for curiosity’s sake to see if I could understand the story better. And you know what it totally worked. Since then I’ve challenged myself to read more novels from different eras – and this has created my love of reading.
I now own 7 copies of this novel, paperback, hard back, and a few that are a hundred years old! i challenge you to read this crazy relatable tale- if it doesn’t make much sense at first, watch the movie and then take a second shot! I promise you will fall in love with the characters, the plot and overall the frankness of our dear Lizzy
So I first read this book when I was far too young to understand the language and the brilliance of how feminist and revolutionary Elizabeth’s choices were. However, I try to reread it (now that I’ve graduated college with an degree in English Literature) once a year because it’s just so dramatic and yet comforting. There are copies that have multiple footnotes if you aren’t comfortable with the regency language or English phrases that I highly recommend.
As a high school freshman my English teacher informed the class that some parents would not allow their children to read the book she had selected for us. Upon arriving home that afternoon, I discovered I was one of those students. I was therefore required to select a different book to read while the class read the material my mother deemed inappropriate. I chose Pride and Prejudice and have never regretted it. I must confess I thought Mr. Bennet a bit of a wimp. My father, possessed of even more daughters, has more gumption. Meanwhile, my mother has quite a bit more sense than Mrs. Bennett. However, their need, drive, even obsession, to wed their daughters to suitable men is a circumstance with which I, daughter number six, am most familiar. As such I found parts of the book laugh-out-loud funny, something that never happens when watching film versions. The plot revolves around what I call the George-and-Gracie-Threes-Company-debacle. If Gracie (or Chrissy) had just told George (or her roommates) some piece of pivotal information, the book (or TV episode) would have ended much sooner. This is the plot device at the center of many traditional Regency romances, as well. The eventual disclosure of this information (or more than one as is the case in this book) results in delight in the reader, as does the events leading up to said disclosure. The mores of this time period lend themselves well to this turn of events, as plain speaking was often considered either rude, too intimate, or not fashionable. Some of the vocabulary can be difficult for some readers, but the author’s way of turning a phrase is exquisite. Truly a must read.
One of my favorite Jane Austen books!
I enjoyed this book very much.
This is one of my all time favorites because of the exceptional writing and excellently crafted story. Along with the fun, intriguing, and most importantly realistic characters.
I highly recommend this book, and anything else by Jane Austen.
What can anyone say about Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice besides eternally awesome!
Pride & Prejudice will forever be cemented as one of my all-time favorites. The romance between Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet is one of the greatest love stories and Austen creates timeless characters readers keep coming back to. This book is so relatable and is both an excellent social commentary and a study of relationships–the subtle nuances of family life.
Elizabeth’s family is larger-than-life and the reader feels as though they are part of that family from the start of the novel. Each sister has a unique personality that really shines throughout the book and the Bennet parents are charming additions for all of their foibles and eccentricities. Elizabeth’s friendships are equally well-developed and one of this novel’s strengths is the sense that the reader is immediately immersed in village life.
There are so many layers to this book, so many elements that make it shine and withstand the test of time as a seminal piece of literature. It’s an engaging, easy read filled with wit and verve. And romance. This book is brimming with swoon worthy moments that will steal your heart. I highly recommend this one if you’re looking for a book to fall in love with.
I first read this when it was on a bookclub list that I had joined. Took me a while to get going on it because the language was a little difficult to follow. But once I got the “flow” of it, I finished it quickly. Was so sad to see it end that I have been reading variations and continuations of it ever since. And, of course, I have read the original Austen book again and again, it is that good!
This book is an enduring classic for a reason. Excellent characterization and a wonderful story. Every time I read it or watch a film adaptation (the BBC version only, of course!), I’m riveted. Can’t stop watching or can’t put it down.
I loved this 200 year old novel, which read as easily as anything today. LotR or Peter Pan seem to have more dated language, this is fine.
If you liked the bbc series this is great to read, as you get the pictures in mind and your favourite scenes are all here, plus you get the fun of shooting the differences between book and screen.
Do not mention the movie to me. No.
One of the best books ever.
For any aspiring novelist who wants to understand how to compose a work fiction, there is no better template than “Pride and Prejudice” – symmetry of construction, sharp characterization, masterful use of language and dialogue. Is it a satire, a romance, a commentary on society and morality, a comedy of manners? Answer: Yes!