Pride and Prejudice was published in 1813. Jane Austen initially began writing the novel, originally titled First Impressions, in 1796.
Key Aspects of Pride and Prejudice
Tone
Jane Austen has written a gentle, romantic, and humorous novel that pokes fun at the social mores of her day.
Setting
Pride and Prejudice is set in England. Much of the action takes place in and around the fictional town of Meryton, in Hertfordshire, near London. Action also takes place in Derbyshire, London, and Brighton.
Point of view
The novel is written in third person, from the perspective of an omniscient narrator.
Character development
Elizabeth Bennet and and Fitzwilliam Darcy- Though they take an instant...
