Pride and Prejudice

Originally published in 1813, Pride and Prejudice is the depiction of manners, education, marriage and money in the British Regency. Mr Bennett has five daughters, but his property is entailed (none of the girls can inherit it). His wife has no fortune, so it is imperative that at least one of the girls marry well. When wealthy Mr Bingley and his best friend Mr Darcey come to stay for the summer, all girls are enamoured and looking for a husband. The girls very different natures are shown, and there is a buzz in the air around the straightlaced, snobbish Mr Darcey, who struggles not to fall in love with one of the girls, who he feels is beneath his standards. Pride and Prejudice is born. Jane Austen's classic novel has become one of the most popular novels in English literature with over 20 million copies sold.