Jane Austen's novel Pride and Prejudice. Movie pride and prejudice

“Remember, if our sorrows stem from Pride and Prejudice, then we also owe deliverance from them to Pride and Prejudice, for good and evil are so wonderfully balanced in the world.”

These words indeed fully reveal the intent of Jane Austen's novel.

A provincial family, as they say, “ mediocre”: the father of the family, Mr. Bennet, is of quite noble blood, phlegmatic, prone to stoically doomed perception and surrounding life, and yourself; He treats his own wife with particular irony: Mrs. Bennet really cannot boast of either origin, intelligence, or upbringing. She is frankly stupid, blatantly tactless, extremely limited and, accordingly, has a very high opinion of himself. The Bennett couple have five daughters: the eldest, Jane and Elizabeth, will become central heroines novel.

The action takes place in a typical English province. Sensational news comes to the small town of Meryton, in the county of Hertfordshire: one of the richest estates in the Netherfield Park district will no longer be empty: it has been rented by a rich young man, a “metropolitan thing” and aristocrat, Mr. Bingley. To all of his above-mentioned advantages was added one more, the most significant, truly priceless: Mr. Bingley was single. And the minds of the surrounding mothers were darkened and confused by this news for a long time; the intelligence (or rather, the instinct!) of Mrs. Bennet in particular. It’s a joke – five daughters! However, Mr. Bingley does not arrive alone; he is accompanied by his sisters, as well as his inseparable friend, Mr. Darcy. Bingley is simple-minded, trusting, naive, open to communication, devoid of any snobbery and ready to love everyone. Darcy is the complete opposite of him: proud, arrogant, withdrawn, filled with the consciousness of his own exclusivity, belonging to a select circle.

The relationships that develop between Bingley - Jane and Darcy - Elizabeth are quite consistent with their characters. In the first, they are permeated with clarity and spontaneity, both are simple-minded and trusting (which at first will become the soil on which mutual feelings arise, then the reason for their separation, then will bring them together again). For Elizabeth and Darcy, everything will turn out to be completely different: attraction and repulsion, mutual sympathy and equally obvious mutual hostility; in a word, those same “pride and prejudice” (of both!) that will bring them a lot of suffering and mental anguish, through which they will painfully, while never “giving up on their faces” (that is, from themselves), make their way to each other . Their first meeting will immediately indicate mutual interest, or rather, mutual curiosity. Both are equally extraordinary: just as Elizabeth differs sharply from the local young ladies - in her sharpness of mind, independence of judgments and assessments, so Darcy - in her upbringing, manners, and restrained arrogance - stands out among the crowd of officers of the regiment stationed in Meryton, the very same ones who, with their uniforms and epaulettes, brought together drive the younger Miss Bennet, Lydia and Kitty crazy. However, at first, it is Darcy’s arrogance, his emphasized snobbery, when with all his behavior, in which cold politeness for a sensitive ear can, not without reason, sound almost offensive - it is these properties that cause Elizabeth both hostility and even indignation. For if the pride inherent in both of them immediately (internally) brings them together, then Darcy’s prejudices and his class arrogance can only push Elizabeth away. Their dialogues are rare and chance encounters at balls and in drawing rooms it is always a verbal duel. A duel between equal opponents is invariably courteous, never going beyond the bounds of decency and secular conventions.

Mr. Bingley's sisters, quickly discerning the mutual feeling that has arisen between their brother and Jane Bennet, do everything to alienate them from each other. When the danger begins to seem completely inevitable to them, they simply “take” him to London. Subsequently, we learn that Darcy played a very significant role in this unexpected escape.

As it should be in a “classical” novel, the main story line acquires numerous branches. So, at some point, his cousin Mr. Collins appears in Mr. Bennet's house, who, according to the English laws of primogeniture, after the death of Mr. Bennet, who has no male heirs, should take possession of their Longbourn estate, as a result of which Mrs. Bennet and her daughters may find themselves homeless. The letter received from Collins, and then his own appearance, testify to how limited, stupid and self-confident this gentleman is - precisely because of these merits, as well as another, very important one: the ability to flatter and please - who managed to receive a parish in the estate of a noble Ladies Lady de Beer. Later it turns out that she is Darcy’s own aunt - only in her arrogance, unlike her nephew, there will not be a glimmer of life human feeling, not the slightest capacity for emotional impulse. Mr. Collins comes to Longbourn not by chance: having decided, as required by his rank (and Lady de Berre too), to enter into a legal marriage, he chose the family of his cousin Bennett, confident that he would not be refused: after all, his marriage to one of Miss Bennet will automatically make the happy chosen one the rightful mistress of Longbourn. His choice, of course, falls on Elizabeth. Her refusal plunges him into the deepest amazement: after all, not to mention his personal merits, with this marriage he was going to benefit the whole family. However, Mr. Collins was comforted very soon: Elizabeth's closest friend, Charlotte Lucas, turns out to be more practical in all respects and, having considered all the advantages of this marriage, gives Mr. Collins her consent. Meanwhile, another person appears in Meryton, a young officer of the Wickham regiment stationed in the city. Appearing at one of the balls, he impresses Elizabeth with enough strong impression: charming, helpful, and at the same time intelligent, able to please even such an outstanding young lady as Miss Bennet. Elizabeth develops special trust in him after she realizes that he knows Darcy - the arrogant, insufferable Darcy! - and not just a sign, but, according to Wickham’s own stories, a victim of his dishonesty. The aura of a martyr, suffering due to the fault of a person who arouses such hostility in her, makes Wickham even more attractive in her eyes.

Some time after the sudden departure of Mr. Bingley with his sisters and Darcy, the elder Miss Bennets themselves end up in London - to stay in the house of their uncle Mr. Gardiner and his wife, a lady for whom both nieces have sincere spiritual affection. And from London, Elizabeth, already without her sister, goes to her friend Charlotte, the same one who became the wife of Mr. Collins. At Lady de Berre's house, Elizabeth encounters Darcy again. Their conversations at the table, in public, again resemble a verbal duel - and again Elizabeth turns out to be a worthy rival. And if you consider that the action takes place at the turn of the 18th - 19th centuries, then such insolence from the lips of a young lady - on the one hand a lady, on the other - a dowry - may seem like real freethinking: “You wanted to embarrass me, Mr. Darcy... but I I’m not at all afraid of you... Stubbornness does not allow me to show cowardice when others want it. When you try to intimidate me, I become even more impudent.” But one fine day, when Elizabeth is sitting alone in the living room, Darcy suddenly appears on the threshold; “All my struggle was in vain! Nothing comes of it. I can't cope with my feeling. Know that I am endlessly fascinated by you and that I love you!” But Elizabeth rejects his love with the same determination with which she once rejected the claims of Mr. Collins. When asked by Darcy to explain both her refusal and her hostility towards him, which she so unconcealed, Elizabeth talks about Jane’s happiness being destroyed because of him, and about Wickham being insulted by him. Again - a duel, again - a scythe on a stone. For even when making an offer, Darcy cannot (and does not want!) to hide the fact that when making it, he still always remembers that by marrying Elizabeth, he will thereby inevitably “enter into kinship with those who are so below him on the social ladder.” And it is precisely these words (although Elizabeth understands no less than he how limited her mother is, how ignorant her younger sisters are, and suffers from this much more than he) that hurt her unbearably. In the scene of their explanation, equal temperaments clash, equal to “pride and prejudice.” The next day, Darcy hands Elizabeth a voluminous letter - a letter in which he explains to her his behavior towards Bingley (with the desire to save his friend from the very misalliance for which he is now ready himself!) - explains, without looking for excuses for himself, without hiding his active role in this matter; but the second is the details of the “Wickham case”, which present both of its participants (Darcy and Wickham) in a completely different light. In Darcy's story, it is Wickham who turns out to be both a deceiver and a low, dissolute, dishonest person. Darcy's letter stuns Elizabeth - not only with the truth revealed in it, but also to a lesser extent, and her awareness of her own blindness, the shame she experienced for the involuntary insult that she inflicted on Darcy: “How shameful I acted!.. I, who was so proud of my insight and so relied on my own common sense!” With these thoughts, Elizabeth returns home to Longbourn. And from there, together with Aunt Gardiner and her husband, he goes on a short trip around Derbyshire. Among the attractions lying on their way is Pemberley; a beautiful old estate, owned by... Darcy. And although Elizabeth knows for certain that the house should be empty these days, it is at that moment when housekeeper Darcy proudly shows them interior decoration, Darcy reappears on the threshold. Over the course of several days that they constantly meet - either in Pemberley, or in the house where Elizabeth and her companions were staying - he invariably amazes everyone with his courtesy, friendliness, and ease of manner. Is this really the same proud Darcy? However, Elizabeth’s own attitude towards him also changed, and where previously she was ready to see only shortcomings, she is now quite inclined to find many advantages. But then an event occurs: from a letter received from Jane, Elizabeth learns that their younger sister, the unlucky and frivolous Lydia, ran away with a young officer - none other than Wickham. This way - in tears, in confusion, in despair - Darcy finds her in the house, alone. Not remembering herself from grief, Elizabeth talks about the misfortune that befell their family (dishonor is worse than death!), and only then, when, having bowed dryly, he unexpectedly abruptly leaves, she realizes what happened. Not with Lydia - with herself. After all, now she will never be able to become Darcy’s wife - she, whose own sister has forever disgraced herself, thereby placing an indelible mark on the whole family. Especially on his unmarried sisters. She hurriedly returns home, where she finds everyone in despair and confusion. Uncle Gardiner quickly goes in search of the fugitives to London, where he unexpectedly quickly finds them. Then, even more unexpectedly, he persuades Wickham to marry Lydia. And only later, from a casual conversation, Elizabeth learns that it was Darcy who found Wickham, it was he who forced him (with the help of a considerable amount of money) to marry the girl he seduced. After this discovery, the action rapidly approaches a happy ending. Bingley returns to Netherfield Park with his sisters and Darcy. Bingley proposes to Jane. Another explanation takes place between Darcy and Elizabeth, this time the final one. Having become Darcy's wife, our heroine becomes the full-fledged mistress of Pemberley - the very place where they first understood each other. And Darcy’s young sister Georgiana, with whom Elizabeth “established the closeness that Darcy was counting on, realized from her experience that a woman can afford to treat her husband in a way that her younger sister cannot treat her brother.”

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“Pride and Prejudice” by J. Austin summary

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Jane Austen's book Pride and Prejudice begins with a conversation between Mr. Bennet and his wife. They discuss the arrival of the wealthy aristocrat Mr. Bingley to their town of Meryton. He could be an extremely successful match for one of their five daughters. Therefore, when the “London thing” arrives in the city, Mr. Bingley pays him a visit. He, in turn, pays him a return visit. Their next meeting takes place at a ball hosted by Mr. Bingley. Besides himself, this ball is hosted by his two sisters and best friend- Mr. Darcy. Considering that Mr. Darcy’s fortune exceeds 10 thousand a year, he also becomes the object of everyone’s attention, but his arrogance and “puffiness” quickly discourage interest in him. Special attention at Mr. Bingley's ball he enjoys eldest daughter Bennet - Jane. He advises his friend to pay attention to Bennet’s other daughter, Elizabeth. But Darcy rejects this proposal, which Elizabeth also hears. Because of this, they develop hostility and exchange barbs, which subsequently accompanies almost every meeting they meet.

The next meeting between Mr. Bingley and Jane occurs under not the best circumstances. Having received an invitation from Mr. Bingley, Jane's mother sends her to Netherfield Park on horseback, completely oblivious to the rain. As a result, Jane fell ill and was unable to return home. The main character of the novel “Pride and Prejudice,” Jane Austen, went to follow her. Over the course of Jane's treatment, Mr. Bingley falls more and more in love with her. At the same time, Elizabeth becomes increasingly disgusted with Darcy. This feeling becomes especially strong after the story of a certain Wickham, whom, according to him, Mr. Darcy treated dishonestly. Meanwhile, Mr. Bingley's sisters sense a possible quick marriage brother with Jane. Therefore, with the help of Mr. Darcy, they decide to take their brother to London.

Further in Jane Austen’s book “Pride and Prejudice” you can read about the events that unfolded in the spring. Jane and Elizabeth go to London. From there, Elizabeth goes to her friend Charlotte. Here she meets Darcy again and their sparring continues. But one evening Mr. Darcy appears to Elizabeth, and does not hide the fact that he tried in every possible way to stifle his feelings because of her origin, but now he is unable to restrain them. Therefore, he asks Elizabeth to become his wife. But the girl, as in, is offended by this formulation of the question, so she confidently refuses him. And when asked to explain the reason for the refusal, he cites his participation in the separation of Mr. Bingley and Jane, as well as Wickham’s story, as arguments. The next day, Mr. Darcy hands her a voluminous package in which he explains to her his behavior towards Mr. Bingley and Jane, as well as Mr. Wickham. As a result, Elizabeth realizes the error of her behavior.

The next meeting between Elizabeth and Darcy takes place in Derbyshire. The girl went on a trip with her aunt. Darcy charms everyone with his behavior. There is no trace left of the former snobbery. Elizabeth finds a lot of merit in Darcy. But everything is overshadowed by the news of Sister Elizabeth’s escape with the young officer Wickham. Now their entire family is disgraced and there can be no talk of a wedding with Darcy. Uncle Gardiner goes to look for the fugitives in London. Here he quickly finds them and, as it turns out, Lydia and Wickham decided to get married. Later we learn that it was Darcy who intervened in the situation and, at the cost of a considerable sum, arranged this marriage. main character the novel “Pride and Prejudice” thanks him for this the next time they meet. He again proposes marriage to her. Elizabeth agrees. At the same time, Mr. Bingley proposes to Jane and also receives her consent.

I just finished reading this book and am now in such a strange but happy state. In my opinion, the book is wonderful and alive. And how much humor there is in it! And not flat or vulgar, but real. In principle, I really like stories about that time, distinguished by its nobility and grace. Well, the most important thing is the heroes of this work. Darcy! Mister Darcy! I fell in love with him from the first grade, so Mr. Bingley (with all respect and admiration for his person) faded into the background for me. From the very beginning, Darcy stood out sharply from the rest, he did not run after the ladies, did not seek the favor of others. He is sincere in everything and does not tolerate falsehood. Besides all this, he is also handsome. I immediately liked his behavior, appearance and even pride. Probably because his pride set him apart from the homogeneous mass of other characters. But this does not mean that the other heroes are all the same and boring; on the contrary, there are some very interesting ones among them. For example, Mr. Collins, with his boring character, often gave reason for laughter (for which I am very grateful to him). Mr. Bingley and Jane are just angels. They are both so sweet, kind, generous! There are probably very few girls like Jane. Mr. Bingley and Jane are made for each other (I don’t really like this expression, but I don’t know what to replace it with). Therefore, I want everything to be great for them in the future. Miss Georgiana Darcy is certainly admirable. Firstly, because of her character, and secondly, because she is Darcy's sister. Although before she met Elizabeth, I thought that she was an arrogant and proud girl. It turned out that this wonderful man. Lydia sometimes irritated me, as did Mary’s untimely statements. But I rather feel sorry for the last one. Mrs. Bennet also deserves sympathy, but more often I was annoyed and ashamed of her words and behavior. But Mr. Bennet is one of the few who had common sense in this family and in the entire area. I liked him, but in some cases his behavior was undignified. But this happened rarely. And I also don’t understand why he married Mrs. Bennet. I could have found someone better. But still, the reaction of Mr. Darcy and Mr. Bingley to the stupidity of their mother-in-law does them credit. And finally, Elizabeth Bennet. While reading, I probably looked at everything through her eyes. Although in some places the views differed. It seems that her character was superbly thought out by the author. A detailed evolution of her thoughts is given. And it is quite clear why she became her father’s favorite daughter. None of her sisters had such intelligence, such liveliness and such common sense. In addition, she is completely natural and not ideal, which ultimately brings her closer to the ideal. Elizabeth and Jane truly deserve the happiness they received. I really enjoyed Elizabeth's conversation with Lady Katherine at Longbourn. If I had been Miss Bennet, I would have either freaked out and yelled at Mrs. de Bourgh, or simply had no answer. But Lizzie’s behavior and her answers simply delighted me. What common sense! What self-control! And with what dignity she behaved! How I want to be at least a little like her! There can be no question of complete compliance, because each person is special and unique. But it certainly wouldn’t hurt me to develop my mind and improve my manners. Therefore, I am very grateful to Jane Austen for this book. It will probably be one of my top five favorite books. Of course, this is not everything I wanted to say about this book, but if I said everything, it would take too much time. How I envy those who have just started reading! And I also wanted to say that the plots of some melodramas and fan fictions are reminiscent of the plot of “Pride and Prejudice,” but there is no vulgarity or snotty scenes. In general, “Pride and Prejudice” is a wonderful and worthy work that made me think about my character and behavior.

This film, directed by Joe Wright, tells us about the fate of the young and poor peasant woman Lizzie Bennet, who fell in love with the rich man Fitzwilliam Darcy. However, the difference in position and behavior does not allow them to be together, because Elizabeth does not understand etiquette and manners at all! She does not know how to behave properly with her parents, constantly pulling them back and interrupting them, licking her fingers while eating and giggling incessantly for no reason. But it is precisely this uncouthness that attracts Mr. Darcy, a twitchy and notorious gentleman. Having gone through a tiny misunderstanding together, within thirty minutes the happy lovers are reunited, confessing their feelings to each other against the backdrop of the rising sun.

This is exactly the impression I would have had about this “masterpiece” if I had not read Jane Austen’s novel. The film declares itself to be a film adaptation, but directly from the original source it contains only the plot framework, the rest is the imagination of the screenwriters and the deepest disrespect for Austen.

And I will say that I believed acting Matthew Macfadyen. He perfectly played the confused and intimidated young man, looking at the object of his adoration with puppy eyes. His hero is sweet and sad, prone to tears and showing a murdered look. The only problem is that this hero is never Mr. Darcy. He does not have an inner core, does not evoke admiration, does not conquer the heart with a look full of anxiety, excitement and hidden love to Elizabeth. But Macfayden at least tried, so unlike Knightley, he doesn’t cause disgust.

Mr and Mrs Bennet: Miss again! Mrs. Bennet came out as too adequate and even a sweet woman. Her recklessness, stupidity and selfish actions towards her daughters outraged me in the book, but here there is not a trace of all this left. Mr Bennet is no better. I have great respect for Donald Sutherland, but his character in the film is completely different from Bennett in the book. Where is the irony, jokes and mockery towards some members of your family? Where are the glimmers of wit and self-respect?

Jane Bennet and Mr. Bingley: Pike is certainly beautiful by today's standards, but one doesn't feel any inner nobility or angelic kindness in her.

It's a shame for Mr. Bingley. He was such a sweet character, even if he was overly naive. Why did they make him such a fool in this film? The hero absolutely rightly called himself a donkey at the end of the film.

Lady Catherine de Bourgh: But here it’s just a complete fit into the image! Excellent performance Judi Dench was one of the few bright spots while watching.

The rest of the characters were mostly disappointing. Almost completely removed this important hero How Mr Wickham . His true character was conveyed in only a couple of phrases. Mr Collins in principle, not bad, although it does not evoke the necessary contempt.

Story: The novel is extremely truncated. No, I understand that it seems difficult to fit a fairly voluminous book into a two-hour film, but you can’t cut out so much! Where is one of the most important episodes, when the housekeeper at Pemberley opens Lizzie's eyes to Darcy's true nobility? In the film, it seems that Elizabeth began to treat Mr. Darcy differently as soon as she saw how rich he was. The development of feelings between the characters is not shown at all, nor are there any eloquent glances, embarrassed smiles, or the characters’ bated breath. Moreover, you simply forget about Matthew Macfadyen's character towards the end of the film. And all because the relationship between them is presented very chaotically and without effort.

I was very surprised by the proposal episode. You can forgive the thunderstorm and downpour, maybe it’s cliched, but it still had its own charm. But why is Elizabeth screaming heart-rendingly at poor Darcy? And why does his face look like he's ready to cry? And finally, why, after such a fiery swearing, do Lizzie and Darcy reach out to each other for a kiss?

With the exception of a couple of good scenes (Darcy's reaction to the touch of Lizzie's hand; a conversation "alone" while dancing) and beautiful landscapes, the film is a failure. I absolutely do not understand why they say that “Only the latest film adaptation, according to critics, fully corresponds to the spirit of Austen’s work.” Have these “critics” read the book? Have you watched the magnificent 1995 TV series? Obviously not, otherwise such a verdict and so many Oscar nominations would not have followed.

Why is Joe Wright directing, but I feel ashamed in front of Jane Austen?

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Before the most famous novel Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" - a fact confirmed by sources, saw the light of day, the author had to be patient. She started working at the age of 20, and received a published book only at 37 years old. Well, the success of the book is undeniable - it is still being filmed and reread with pleasure.

The novel was published on January 28, 1813, that is, exactly 204 years ago. If anyone has forgotten, we remind you of the contents. A girl meets a guy who seems to her like an arrogant rude man. Therefore, when he asks for her hand in marriage, the girl refuses, although she feels for him tender feelings. It all ends with a wedding (despite the resistance of the groom's relatives). The bride receives a bonus: her newly-made husband is fabulously rich (although she herself is without a dowry). Even if you know the novel by heart, these facts about Pride and Prejudice are unlikely to be familiar to you.

"Pride and Prejudice": facts about a novel for all times

The main character Elizabeth Bennet is similar to the writer, because Austen was also rejected due to the fact that Jane was given a small dowry. At the age of 20, the future celebrity flirted with a young man, Tom Lefroy. He was well-mannered, handsome and pleasant, but social status Austin herself "played a trick." And the Lefroy family “rejected” the potential bride. Unlike your own sad story(Jane remained an old maid), she awarded Elizabeth a happy ending.

Another similar feature: in real life Jane was very close to her sister Cassandra, and in the book, Elizabeth and the eldest of the five Bennet daughters, Jane, best friends. When the writer died, Cassandra wrote: “The sun of my life has faded.”

Where does the surname Darcy come from and what is his net worth?

These days the surname of the main male character, “Darcy” has become a household name, but readers of “Pride and Prejudice” - this is an obvious fact - do not think about its origin. In the early 1800s, every self-respecting person knew that Darcy was a derivative of French surname D'Arcy (Arcy is a village in France), which was brought by the Normans led by William the Conqueror, received it ancient family peers.

The name Fitzwilliam was also not chosen by chance: during her youth, Austen was a real and very respected rich family, whose estate rivaled Buckingham Palace. So "Fitzwilliam Darcy" also meant noble birth, and wealth.

Wait, what kind of wealth is there - after all, in the book it is written in black and white that Mr. Darcy’s income was 10 thousand pounds a year. Is this a lot? But wait to be disappointed! In 2013, it was estimated that, given the financial changes that have occurred since the beginning XIX century, this amount would now reach 12 million pounds (or 18.7 million dollars). And this is only interest from much larger amount. So Miss Bennet really was lucky.

Wickham and Lydia ran away to the Las Vegas of their time

Why Wickham ran off with 15-year-old Lydia Bennet is puzzling. Why get involved with even a poor noblewoman, when there are plenty of available ladies, and no one will force you to marry. Austen was too prim to write directly: Lydia was a sort of well-developed “cat” for her age, a sexually attractive, sociable, cheerful teenager. So the seducer could not resist. True, he had to pay for his lust: he took Lydia down the aisle.

Lydia's escape with Wickham is one of the most bitter pages that her parents had to endure. But why did the fugitives go specifically to Scotland (to Gretna Green)? It's simple: in Scotland (unlike England) it was allowed to get married before the age of 21 and without parental blessing. Gretna Green is a city almost on the border, the closest to it. IN modern version In the novel, Lydia’s letter to her sister would sound like this: “I’m going to Las Vegas” (where the marriage process is also extremely simplified).

The writer thought her book was too frivolous

Where did the title of the novel Pride and Prejudice come from? “The facts state that Austen borrowed a quotation from Cecilia Fanny Burney: “The whole wretched business,” said Dr. Lister, “was the result of pride and prejudice...If pride and prejudice were the cause of misery, then good and evil were wonderfully balanced.”

Interesting fact: "Pride and Prejudice" is considered by many as a satire on women who really want to get married (including advantageously). This is a classic, and a very moral one at that. But Austen herself was worried that her work was not serious enough: “The book is too light, bright and sparkling.” But the image of Elizabeth Bennet completely suited the writer; she was very proud of the heroine.

Difficulties with the publisher and excessive modesty

The first draft of the book was completed by Austen at age 21. In 1797, her father sent the manuscript to the publisher Thomas Cadell, but he sent the novel back without even reading it, with an insulting remark. Jane didn't back down. When she managed to publish the book “Senses and Sensibility”, there was a chance to “push” another novel. Austen was already looked at as a professional, and what she dreamed of happened - the book was published in 1813.

Jane sold the copyright of Pride and Prejudice to publishers for £110, although she said in a letter that she wanted £150. The price was reduced, but she did not object, agreeing to a one-time payment. Austen could not imagine how wrong she was: the book became a bestseller, brought in a lot of profit, and in 1817 was reprinted for the third time. But Jane could no longer claim interest or royalties.

Austen was clearly not only modest in this regard: the novel was published anonymously. She only dared to point out that the author wrote “Sense and Sensibility.” Her name was revealed to the world (after her death) by the writer’s brother.

Classic adaptations and films based on them

Known fact: Pride and Prejudice has been adapted several times. The most popular version- 1995 mini-series with Colin Firth. And someone likes it better feature film with Keira Knightley, Matthew MacFadyen and Rosamund Pike, which competed for 4 Oscars. These are the classic versions.

There are many films based on the novel. For example, “Bridget Jones's Diary” (the author of this book was inspired by Austen’s work) or the Indian melodrama “Bride and Prejudice”. But the latest paraphrase for today, “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies,” which starred Lily James, Lena Headey, Matt Smith, Charles Dance, became one of the biggest failures of 2016. It collected only $16 million against a budget of $28 million. Apparently, the public did not appreciate the zombie adventures of the Bennet sisters!