CliffsNotes on Austen's Pride and Prejudice

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In CliffsNotes on Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen's most popular and well-known work, you'll meet Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters as they navigate the social milieu of provincial 18th-century England. In addition to easy travels through all of the novel's ironic plot twists, you'll get detailed plot summaries and chapter-by-chapter commentaries to show you how Austen's belief in rationalism triumphs in the union of Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy. You'll also discover

• Life and background of the author, Jane Austen
• A character map that graphically illustrates the relationships among the characters
• Critical essays about women's roles in 19th-century Britain and money
• A review section that tests your knowledge
• A Resource Center with books, Web sites, and films for further study