Literary Techniques

Allegory:

It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.

Allusion:

“I have been used to consider poetry as the food of love”. (Chapter 9)

Hyperbole:

“I shall be miserable if I have not an excellent library.” (Chapter 11)

Metaphor:

"You mistake me, my dear. I have a high respect for your nerves. They are my old friends." (Chapter 1)

"Do not consider me now as an elegant female, intending to plague you, but as a rational creature, speaking the truth from her heart." (Chapter 9)

Paradox:

Title: Pride and Prejudice

Simile:

’....they are all silly and ignorant like other girls."

"Yes, ma’am, that he was indeed; and his son will be just like him—just as affable to the poor." (Chapter 43)