Thought to be one of Austen's finest novels, Pride and Prejudice is certainly among the most well known. And while character development is present in all of her novels, this one in particular I believe has the most drastic changes and some of the most relate-able characters.
Also, give Elizabeth's character some serious thought. This type of strong willed person was rare in Victorian England, and even rare today. While she does have her own faults (and most of us do) she is a good example of a strong woman character. Stop by the school this week and tell me what you think of her! You might even see it posted on this website :-)
The Sparknotes is also available for those who want/ like the extra help and background information. Should you need the Sparknotes, please email me as soon as possible. Here are a few favorite questions book club members have asked and found helpful through the years-
Discussion Questions:
- What is your impression of Elizabeth so far in the novel?
- How would you describe Elizabeth's relationship with her parents?
- Literary Concept: The term dramatic irony refers to the contrast between what a character knows, and what the reader knows. Try to find an example of dramatic irony in your first few chapters. How did this irony affect your opinion of the characters?
- Making Connections: How does your eating schedule compare to those in the novel? Try to keep track of what you eat and at what time. Do you think Elizabeth ate the same way you do? What do you think her favorite food was?
