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How do I understand the language in Pride and Prejudice? I'm 13 and we haven't studied it in school but I would like to read it for fun but I can't understand even the first page! Can someone please help me out!
Michael I keep Sparknotes open on my phone while reading the ebook on a reader. I read ahead on the chapter summaries and commentary in Sparknotes, and then r…moreI keep Sparknotes open on my phone while reading the ebook on a reader. I read ahead on the chapter summaries and commentary in Sparknotes, and then read the chapter in the book. The summaries help me understand what's going on, while the actual text gives the flavor and humor of the writing.
This technique got me through The Count of Monte Cristo as well. Some people might not like "spoiling" the future chapter but I don't mind it. You can also read Sparknotes after you finish the chapter but you might miss stuff. GOOD LUCK!(less)
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by Jane Austen
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