Named in many surveys as Britain's best-loved work of fiction, Pride and Prejudice is now a global brand, with film and television adaptations making Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy household names. With a combination of original readings and factual background information, this Companion investigates some of the sources of the novel's power. It explores key themes and topics in detail: money, land, characters and style. The history of the book's composition and first publication is set out, both in individual essays and in the section of chronology. Chapters on the critical reception, adaptations and cult of the novel reveal why it has become an enduing classic with a unique and timeless appeal.

This deluxe hardcover volume features an original selection of a noted artist's illustrations for the 1894 edition of Austen's romantic classic. Each of the 58 images has been individually colored to complement the style and sensibility of the pen-and-ink drawings.

A comprehensive guide to Austen's works in the contexts of her contemporary world and present-day criticism.

This volume, first published in 2006, is a fully annotated scholarly edition of Austen's most popular novel.

Jane Austen's story of the courtships of the Bennet sisters -- especially that of Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy -- has enthralled generations of readers. This collection of critical essays delves into the gentle satire and deeper themes.

Miss Georgiana Darcy is need of a companion, and she would much rather not have Mrs Younge. The recently bereaved Miss Elizabeth Bennet is in need of a position. When she accepts the one Mr Darcy offers, she finds herself in his near-constant company and gets to know him at his best. Not as he would present himself to strangers in some remote corner of Hertfordshire, but as his nearest and dearest know him. An excellent brother, landlord, master. A wonderful man, noble, kind - and impossibly handsome. So who falls in love first? What of Mr Wickham and his dastardly ploys? And how is a lady's companion ever to have a future with one who could marry into the best houses in the land?

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