Pride and Prejudice

by Jane Austen

"It is a truth universally acknowledged that a man in possession of a fortune must be in want of a wife."




Characters

ELIZABETH BENNET
Headstrong, independent, lively character who prizes herself
on her ability to judge others correctly. Very intelligent &
witty - reportedly she was Jane Austen's favorite character.
FITZWILLIAM DARCY
JANE BENNET
CHARLES BINGLEY
MR. BENNET
MRS. BENNET
MARY BENNET
CAROLINE (KITTY) BENNET
LYDIA BENNET
MR. & MRS. GARDINER
CHARLOTTE LUCAS
LORD & LADY LUCAS
MR. COLLINS
GEORGE WICKHAM
CAROLINE BINGLEY
LOUISA BINGLEY HURST
LADY CATHERINE DE BOURGH
GEORGIANA DARCY


Themes




Movie Versions


1940 - movie version (Black and white)

1980 - BBC miniseries

 1995- A & E miniseries - Mrs. Henderson's favorite

2004 - Bride & Prejudice (a version from India- unusual but good)

2005- modern remake of Pride & Prejudice (shown below)