The Significance of Chapter 34 in Jane Austens Pride and...

The Significance of Chapter 34 in Jane Austens Pride and Prejudice Pride And Prejudice is a 19th Century romantic novel written by Jane Austen in 1813, it presents a true representation of societys expectations towards marriage and love at the time. It focuses on two central characters Miss Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy and their love-hate relationship. Elizabeth the second eldest daughter of five sisters is an intelligent woman with a lively disposition, strong-minded determination and a woman who religiously sticks to her principles. As Mr Bennet says describing his daughter, Lizzy has something more of a quickness then her sisters. Mr Darcy on the other hand is an extremely handsome man but unfortunately very†¦show more content†¦However he and Elizabeth have one thing in common, like Elizabeth Mr Darcy refuses to marry for any other reason than if he is completely and utterly in love with wife to be. This proves to be quite a problem for Lady Catherine de Bourgh since he is betrothed to her daughter but refuses to marry her; he is willing to go against societys expectations. Mr Darcy has extremely high standards, is very picky and only chooses to be acquainted with someone who he finds is sufficiently accomplished, beautiful and intelligent, this is why it comes as such a huge shock to everyone and mostly himself when he finds himself proposing to Elizabeth after first declaring, She is tolerable; but not handsome enough to tempt me. When prompted to ask her to dance. Elizabeth equally dislikes him, I think him very disagreeable. and this is fuelled by the tall tales Mr Wickham spins off his womanising tongue. Mr Wickham and Mr Darcy are mortal enemies and share a very uncomfortable past and Mr Wickham is only too happy to speak ill of his once childhood friend. You will not find him more favourable spoken of by anyone. Elizabeth feels she gains insight into the personality of Mr Darcy but truth be told it is far from it, herShow MoreRelatedCulture and Identity3427 Words   |  14 PagesBROWNE CH 1–4 (M1203).qxp:John Q7 26/3/08 10:47 Page 29 CHAPTER 2 Culture and Identity BROWNE CH 1–4 (M1203).qxp:John Q7 26/3/08 10:47 Page 30 Contents Key issues The meaning and importance of culture Dominant culture Subculture Folk culture High culture Mass, popular or low culture The changing distinction between high culture and mass culture Global culture The concept of identity Different types of identity The socialization process Primary socialization Secondary socialization Socialization