That's why I opted for an annotated edition with her text on the left page and the notes on the right (which included pictures of certain items referred to in the text, like a particular type of carriage and portraits from that time period). There's no denying the woman can draw realistic, fallible characters and relationships worthy of study, but her writing isn't the clearest or as grammatically precise as a modern reader might like.
Austen's Emma is the reason I received a D in one of my English Lit exams, I've held a bit of a grudge. Pride relates more to our opinion of ourselves, vanity to what we would have others think of us." Īh, one of the most widely read books in history - the pressure! But since Ms. A person may be proud without being vain. Vanity and pride are different things, though the words are often used synonymously. human nature is particularly prone to it, and there are very few of us who do not cherish a feeling of self-complacency on the score of some quality or other, real or imaginary.
"Pride is a very common failing I believe. * An introduction, a bibliography, and a detailed chronology of events Of course, one can enjoy the novel without knowing the precise definition of a gentleman, or what it signifies that a character drives a coach rather than a hack chaise, or the rules governing social interaction at a ball, but readers of The Annotated Pride and Prejudice will find that these kinds of details add immeasurably to understanding and enjoying the intricate psychological interplay of Austen's immortal characters. * Maps and illustrations of places and objects mentioned in the novel. * Literary comments and analyses Insightful notes highlight Austen's artistry and point out the subtle ways she develops her characters and themes. * Definitions and clarifications Archaic words, words still in use whose meanings have changed, and obscure passages are explained. * Citations from Austen's life, letters, and other writings Parallels between the novel and Austen's experience are revealed, along with writings that illuminate her beliefs and opinions. Here is the complete text of Pride and Prejudice with thousands of annotations on facing pages, including: * Explanations of historical context Rules of etiquette, class differences, the position of women, legal and economic realities, leisure activities, and more. The first-ever fully annotated edition of one of the most beloved novels in the world is a sheer delight for Jane Austen fans. This Revised and Expanded Edition contains hundreds of new notes and illustrations.
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