I think Pride and Prejudice is one of the greatest novels ever written! My reasons are based on the power the book has had in exposing the often cruel, sometimes ridiculous practices of the upper class throughout Europe, namely England, during the early years of the 19th Century. It draws attention to the pride and arrogance of the wealthy people of England in their lifestyle, apparel, modes of travel, parties (and most appalling of all), the manner in which they courted and married each other. Most of the time, it was for money, wealth, and position, seldom for love.
In Pride and Prejudice, both Elizabeth Bennett and Lord Darcy have to overcome pre-conceived notions and prejudices to arrive at a mutual understanding of each other and eventually true love. The author wonderfully brings out a tender, warm side of both characters as they learn to look past the outward appearance, environment, manners, and social station of each other.
The book has so impacted the world that today several versions of the movie have been made, a mini-series on television, and many reprints of the book. It is typed as being a satire, which means a piece of work in which its author is making fun of or pointing out flaws in society that need to be done away with or overcome. I think this book will never outgrow its delightful appeal for generations!
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