Pride and Prejudice

Jane Austen's 1813 novel of manners follows Elizabeth Bennet, the spirited second daughter of a country gentleman whose estate is entailed away from his daughters. As the family navigates the precarious social and economic landscape of Regency England, Elizabeth must contend with the superficial judgments of her own pride and the concealed prejudices of others. The narrative centers on her evolving relationship with the aloof Mr. Darcy, exploring how class expectations, family dynamics, and personal integrity intersect in the pursuit of a suitable marriage.

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