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I truly enjoyed the play of this story, performed at our local high school last year. Mrs. Bennett, is especially hilarious. Also, I liked the Kiera Knightly version I saw on DVD, though Ms. Knightly looked a bit gaunt to play Elizabeth, in my humble opinion.
As to the book, I believe Ms. Austen does go on a bit. In chapter 42, she has a rather depressing passage about Mr. Bennett:
"Had Elizabeth's opinion been all drawn from her own family, she could not have formed a very pleasing picture of con ...more
As to the book, I believe Ms. Austen does go on a bit. In chapter 42, she has a rather depressing passage about Mr. Bennett:
"Had Elizabeth's opinion been all drawn from her own family, she could not have formed a very pleasing picture of con ...more
My favorite novel ever! One to read over and over again.
Apr 23, 2009
Alana
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it was amazing
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I've lost count of how many times I've read Pride and Prejudice, but this time, I read this version aloud to someone who had never before experienced the joy of P&P. I must say, it was rather delightful to be part of someone's first time. And even though I've spent ages deep in Austen research, all the notes on the right-hand side made for an interesting touch, to have such information at my fingertips. I was prepared for any question -- though sadly, he knew that this preparedness was as much t
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Pretty sure I like the movie better. Not really into Austen's frequent analysis of bourgeoise culture. But this book is admittedly better (more bearable) than Emma. I probably need to subject myself to a re-read to be sure, but, eh, I'd rather not.
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Mar 10, 2009
Mollypae
marked it as to-read
A re-read
