The text of Pride and Prejudice is the 1813 first edition text.
"Backgrounds and Sources" includes biographical portraits of Austen by members of her family and by acclaimed biographers Claire Tomalin and David Nokes. Seventeen of Austen’s letters--eight of them new to the Third Edition--allow readers to glimpse the close-knit society that was Austen’s world, both in life and in her writing. Samples of Austen’s early writing allow readers to trace her growth as a writer as well as to read her fiction comparatively. "Criticism" features nineteen assessments of the novel, seven of them new to the Third Edition. Among them is an interview with Colin Firth on the recent BBC television adaptation of the novel. Also included are pieces by Richard Whately, Margaret Oliphant, Richard Simpson, D. W. Harding, Dorothy Van Ghent, Alistair Duckworth, Stuart Tave, Marilyn Butler, Nina Auerbach, Susan Morgan, Claudia L. Johnson, Susan Fraiman, Deborah Kaplan, Tara Goshal Wallace, Cheryl L. Nixon, David Spring, Edward Ahearn, and Donald Gray. A Chronology-new to the Third Edition-and a Selected Bibliography are also included. |
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Jane Austen (1775–1817) was an English novelist whose works of romantic fiction, set among the gentry, earned her a place as one of the most widely read writers in English literature.
Donald Gray is Professor of English at Indiana University. He is the editor of the Norton Critical Edition of Alice in Wonderland, and of the anthology Victorian Poetry.
Donald Gray is Professor of English at Indiana University. He is the editor of the Norton Critical Edition of Alice in Wonderland, and of the anthology Victorian Poetry.
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36 of 38 people found the following review helpful
By Chelle
Format:Paperback
The story is timeless. Therefore I won't be reviewing the text as it were. But I felt it necessary to remark on this particular version of *Pride and Prejudice*.
The Norton Critical Editions are generally favored among academic communities because they offer biographic information, notes on language, and other essays regarding the novel along with the text itself. In a way, it's a more acceptable version of cliffs notes.
The extras offered in the Norton edition of *Pride and Prejudice* are some of the best that I've seen in the series. It gives an account of Austen from quite a few of her biographers, includes letters between the author and her family and friends, and also offers critical analysis of themes in the novel. And if that's not enough, it gives one better. An interview with Colin Firth, the man who brought Darcy to life in the BBC film adaptation, that was first published in the somewhat hard to find book on the making of the film.
For those that have yet to read Austen's *Pride and Prejudice,* this is a wonderful version to start with. In case you find yourself struggling with the language it provides a definition or a more accessible word. The essays as well help to bring the characters to light. Plus, for those that have seen the film version and wish to read the book again(or for the first time)this is a must if for the Firth interview alone. This is a nice, solid book that just feels good in hand.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Elizabeth Bennett is one of five unmarried daughters in the Bennett household and Mrs. Bennett is looking to change that. When wealthy bachelor, Mr. Bingley, arrives in town the opportunity arrives and Mrs. Bennett pounces matching him with her eldest daughter Jane. Meanwhile, Mr. Darcy notices what is afoot and has some words with second in line Miss Elizabeth Bennett before striking up an unlikely attraction. As romance takes hold, drama unfolds.
A beautifully well written classic for the romantic at heart. I had to read this book in high school and it was simply inspirational. Elizabeth is a well-rounded character displaying the flaws of having prejudices against Mr. Darcy who on the other hand has too much pride for his own good. The banter between the two is wonderful to read and quite witty.
A beautifully well written classic for the romantic at heart. I had to read this book in high school and it was simply inspirational. Elizabeth is a well-rounded character displaying the flaws of having prejudices against Mr. Darcy who on the other hand has too much pride for his own good. The banter between the two is wonderful to read and quite witty.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Rachel
Format:Paperback
The Bennet household is in a bit of a financial bind. They have five unmarried daughters with almost no dowry, and the estate is to be inherited by a mysterious cousin that no one's met yet. But things get exciting when a rich bachelor moves to town and brings is even richer bachelor friend. Every young lady in the area is ready to throw themselves at these men. Except, of course, for Elizabeth Bennet. She instantly decides that the rich bachelor is perfect for her sister, Jane, and his richer friend is the most detestable man on the planet. Thus starts one of the best-loved romances in Western literature. And, like most everyone else, I loved this story. Even on the nth reading of it.
Since there's not much else I can say in a mini-review of the story that hasn't been said over and over, I'll discuss the supplementary material in the Norton Critical Edition. There wasn't a LOT of supplementary information in the book, but it was generally of good quality. It started with a biography of Austen, punctuated with letters written by the author. This part would be helpful to someone who isn't familiar with Austen's life, but wouldn't be particularly new to anyone who's read a biography of her. Additionally, there were several critical analyses of Pride and Prejudice, both contemporary and modern. I enjoyed most of these--though I admit I got bored with the Freudian one and moved on to the next. The piece I found most surprising was the interview with Colin Firth. I really didn't think that this interview belonged in a critical edition of P&P and wasn't expecting much from it. But I was very wrong. Colin Firth had a strong understanding of Darcy's character (of course! how could I doubt? It IS his job!).... Read more ›
Since there's not much else I can say in a mini-review of the story that hasn't been said over and over, I'll discuss the supplementary material in the Norton Critical Edition. There wasn't a LOT of supplementary information in the book, but it was generally of good quality. It started with a biography of Austen, punctuated with letters written by the author. This part would be helpful to someone who isn't familiar with Austen's life, but wouldn't be particularly new to anyone who's read a biography of her. Additionally, there were several critical analyses of Pride and Prejudice, both contemporary and modern. I enjoyed most of these--though I admit I got bored with the Freudian one and moved on to the next. The piece I found most surprising was the interview with Colin Firth. I really didn't think that this interview belonged in a critical edition of P&P and wasn't expecting much from it. But I was very wrong. Colin Firth had a strong understanding of Darcy's character (of course! how could I doubt? It IS his job!).... Read more ›
4 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By M. Larios
Format:Paperback
great book, I highly recommend it. It has footnotes for an easy read and lots of information on the author in the last pages of the book.
By Busy Busy
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Great work of literature, surprising number of typos. Not the spelling or punctuation differences of a different time, but things like "st" appearing where it should be "at." A proofreader would have been a good investment.
By philosofee
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I enjoy Norton critical editions because they give so much attention to the critical tradition and to the textual scholarship. Great book!
By Book Nympho
Format:Paperback
This was my first time reading Pride & Prejudice all the way through. I remember beginning it when I was younger and being unable to make it through the language and giving up on it. But this book is so beloved that I knew I wanted to give it a try again. I'd also been putting it off because so many people loved the experience of reading it for the first time and I anticipated feeling the same and didn't want that to be over once I'd read it.
So I picked this book up fully intending to fall in love with it and have a huge book hangover. It took me some time to get really sucked in but I definitely loved the book and it now holds a very fond place in my heart.
There's really not much I can say because so many people have already read the book. I have seen the BBC miniseries many times in the past so I already felt familiar with the story and knew how it would end. I'm really glad I watched that though and having read the book I have a newfound appreciation for how good that series is and how true to the book. I think I might have missed out on some of the nuances of the book if I hadn't seen the show.
So I realize my reading experience wasn't entirely pure. I imagined all the actors in their various roles as I read. But just reading the book was such a pleasure and the writing is so well done and easy to read. There were a few parts where I had to go back and re-read carefully to catch the full meaning. But these were few and far between.
I was also a bit skeptical about the great love between Elizabeth and Darcy which is often the thing most people remember from the book. On my reading I don't think it was the main plot point though. Of course the book is a commentary on society and values and that was really at the center of it.... Read more ›
So I picked this book up fully intending to fall in love with it and have a huge book hangover. It took me some time to get really sucked in but I definitely loved the book and it now holds a very fond place in my heart.
There's really not much I can say because so many people have already read the book. I have seen the BBC miniseries many times in the past so I already felt familiar with the story and knew how it would end. I'm really glad I watched that though and having read the book I have a newfound appreciation for how good that series is and how true to the book. I think I might have missed out on some of the nuances of the book if I hadn't seen the show.
So I realize my reading experience wasn't entirely pure. I imagined all the actors in their various roles as I read. But just reading the book was such a pleasure and the writing is so well done and easy to read. There were a few parts where I had to go back and re-read carefully to catch the full meaning. But these were few and far between.
I was also a bit skeptical about the great love between Elizabeth and Darcy which is often the thing most people remember from the book. On my reading I don't think it was the main plot point though. Of course the book is a commentary on society and values and that was really at the center of it.... Read more ›
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Great
One of my favorites. Such a great classic. A really good read. Not much of a reader but I make an exception for this book.
Published 3 months ago by Joana
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Great book!
Easy to read and interesting, I was reading chapters ahead of where we were in class and continued reading past the required pages. It really sucks you in and holds your attention. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Kylie
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"Pride and Prejudice Revisited
It's as good today as it was when I read it in high school and college! Make new friends, but keep the old!
Published 4 months ago by Marilyn A. Mutti
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Enjoying
I am really enjoying this book even though it is takinga littles longer due to the 'language of the time'. The only rotten thing about it was it took about 5 weeks to get.
Published 4 months ago by katherine gibbs
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Perfect
The book was in great conditioin and got here very very very very very very very very very very quickly.
Published 6 months ago by Giselle
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Great Novel
Pride and prejudice is one of the great works in the English language. Unfortunately this particular edition of this work has print so small it is very, very difficult to read.
Published 7 months ago by Richard Crump
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Universal Truth
It is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen is a most accomplished novelist. Before embarking on Pride and Prejudice I never read any Jane Austen novels, but I heard a... Read more
Published 10 months ago by C. CRADDOCK
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love this book
Absolutely one of my favorite books of all time. My copy is hardly holding up from all the times Ive read it. Truely a great read.
Published 12 months ago by sam
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