Another Rising theme - persuation. How opinions change very rarely. Ex. Elizabeths view on Jane+Bingley, Darcy vs Wickham

The first paragraph is a great example of how Jane Austen shows character through events and dialogue. It shows attitude and what characters think about themselves (self contemplation) however, what they think about themselves is biased and probably not objective.

The entire passage between Elizabeth and Jane shows their character so well; their personalities contrast and their opinions revealed.

Mrs. Bennet's brother. He seems well educated, and well bred.

Even though Elizabeth claims to hate Mr. Darcy, she keeps bringing him up! I think that intense hate will become intense love.

I like, how unlike in today's world, the characters look at the personalities rather than looks. The girls are more closely attached to the guys attitude rather than his looks (and vice versa). Today, I feel like it's mostly about looks.

Jane should have tried contacting Mr. Bingley, and asking him about why he left so abruptly. In a way she could be to blame because she could have worked things out. Avoiding talking to Mr. Bingley could just make things worse.

Elizabeth has to choose between being practical and being with the one she 'loves', since, as her aunt pointed out, Elizabeth can't live a comfortable life married to Wickham.

I think Elizabeth's liking of Wickham stemmed from her dislike of Darcy. Wickham gave her a reason not to like Darcy, and he shared her hatred toward him.

I don't get why Elizabeth doesn't like Charlotte and Mr. Collins together. SHE rejected him, but that doesn't mean he can't make Charlotte happy. Sure, Mr. Collins isn't the best guy. But I would expect Elizabeth to be proud that she is too good for Mr. Collins

It seems like Elizabeth talks more about her man troubles to her aunt than to her own mother. Perhaps because she gives better advice, and does not control Elizabeth. Or because Mrs. Bennet can blow things out of proportion

Generally the word condescend has a negative connotation but Jane Austen uses it as having respect for those of a lower standard. That is interesting.

Mr. Collins is SO obsessed with Lady Catherine!!

OMG!! Darcy separated Jane and Bingley! Why would he do that? What the heckk?

Wow. At this point I am super annoyed with Elizabeth. She got the explanation she wanted! What more could she ask from Darcy! I can't imagine what he went through to write that letter; he had to swallow his pride (although he got a little over the top in the beginning of the letter) and write his feelings towards Elizabeth.

Right after the explanation given by Darcy, my interest in the novel went skyrocketing. All of a sudden I had so many questions I wanted answered!

Elizabeth finally confronts her flaws. Just like how Mr. Darcy explained himself and confronted his flaws through the letter, Elizabeth now feels bad that she was so prejudiced.

Lydia is trying to be generous, but her idea of hospitality isn't very hospitable! She is actually being quite rude :P

Okay, Jane finds excuses for everybody's actions. Wickham doesn't feel bad, and he needs to be publicaly humiliated, in my opinion, to change.

It is SO ironic and rude how Lydia completely ignores sad Kitty when a little earlier she was mad at Jane and Elizabeth for not feeling sorry! Lydia is a hypocrite.

I agree with Elizabeth. Telling jane about what Darcy said about Bingley and him splitting them up isn't a good idea at the moment. She is wise to keep this a secret.

The reason Elizabeth is making such a big fuss about Lydia flirting is because of what happened between Jane and Bingley. She doesn't want Lydia to end up the same way as Jane, or in a worse condition.