Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice - Couverture souple

FitzPatrick, William J.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0671006010 ISBN 13 : 9780671006013

Editeur : Prentice-Hall, 1986

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

“It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.”  Pride and Prejudice (1813) is one of the most popular novels of the English tongue in which Jane Austen tells the story of Elizabeth Bennet, a beautiful twenty-year-old woman whose liveliness and intelligence do not prevent her from having false impressions and prejudgments about the people surrounding her. The young woman lives with her middle-class family and her best friend Charlotte Lucas. As the plot unfolds, Elizabeth develops a romantic relationship with a man from a higher social rank and a much wealthier background named Mr. Darcy. The latter gentleman is intelligent, handsome and well-mannered. Nonetheless, he generally leaves a negative impression on strangers who do not know his true nature by showing a proud and haughty attitude, refusing to dance at balls and behaving in a reserved manner. Austen gradually elucidates, nonetheless, that what is often seen by strangers as a condescending behavior is just the awkward appearance of a kind and virtuous gentleman. After numerous bursts of rather childish big-headedness and misunderstanding, Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy eventually overcome their pride and prejudice. By the very end of the narrative, Elizabeth accepts Mr. Darcy’s proposal when their love for each other succeeds in vanquishing their self-love.

Présentation de l'éditeur

Pride and Prejudice written by legendary author Jane Austen is widely considered to be one of the top 100 greatest books of all time. This great classic will surely attract a whole new generation of readers. For many, Pride and Prejudice is required reading for various courses and curriculums. And for others who simply enjoy reading timeless pieces of classic literature, this gem by Jane Austen is highly recommended. Published by Classic Books International and beautifully produced, Pride and Prejudice would make an ideal gift and it should be a part of everyone's personal library.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Prentice-Hall
• Date d'édition: 1986
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0671006010
• ISBN 13: 9780671006013
• Reliure: Broché
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible