1. Why do you think of the first line of the novel, "It is a truth universally acknowledged that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife" such a well known line? How do you interpret this?
2. What makes Mr. Darcy such a charismatic and charming character that leaves practically every woman drooling after finishing the book?
3. Elizabeth makes the following observation to Jane: "You never see fault in anybody. All the world are good and agreeable in your eyes. I never heard you speak ill of a human being in my life." What is dangerous about never seeing fault in anyone?
There you have it... discuss away...
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Pride and Prejudice... the beginning
The beginning of a discussion about Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice...
This is open to anyone who wants to read and discuss. Also feel free to add any questions or comments that may arise. Answer at your own pace and happy reading!
Pride and Prejudice was originally entitled First Impressions. It was written between 1796 and 1797, and heavily revised before its publication in 1813. It is a rich social commentary in which Austen sets her entertaining study of manners and misconceptions against the backdrop of a class-contentious society in 18th century England - Norton Critical Editions
Several Discussion Questions taken from:
www.litlovers.com/guide_prideprej.html
This is open to anyone who wants to read and discuss. Also feel free to add any questions or comments that may arise. Answer at your own pace and happy reading!
Pride and Prejudice was originally entitled First Impressions. It was written between 1796 and 1797, and heavily revised before its publication in 1813. It is a rich social commentary in which Austen sets her entertaining study of manners and misconceptions against the backdrop of a class-contentious society in 18th century England - Norton Critical Editions
Several Discussion Questions taken from:
www.litlovers.com/guide_prideprej.html
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