For use in schools and libraries only. This 80-page adaptation has been painstakingly edited to retain the integrity of the original work, and to convey a sense of the author's style and the novel's theme. A low reading level assures success and stimulates a desire for further exploration of this classic tale.
Each novel, complete in just 80-pages, has been painstakingly adapted to retain the integrity of the original work. Each provides the reader a sense of the author's style and an understanding of the novel's theme.
Without the context of this book being a classic and revered by many literary authorities I would have put this book in the ranks with young adult romance novels. Not Twilight though becuase the Twilight series at least had some action. I understand the period in which this book was written did not allow for passion of any kind. However, the ending for me was anti-climatic. I was happy at the ending but had hoped for more. Maybe just one kiss... As an English major I understand the value of the writing structure and once I got used to the writing I was even able to giggle a little at Mrs. Bennent. However, I can't help but compare the first half of this book to another "classic" which I was forced to indure in college called Death of the Heart. In which during 300 pages of thick old english a girl is sad because the boy she likes doesn't like her back. That's the whole story. Sorry for the spoiler but I just couldn't stand it. However, I will say the Pride and Prejudice separated itself from that book on page 179 of my addition. I will not put the spoiler of what happens on that page as my book club friends will no doubt read this review before they finish. I plan to do some research into the literary signifigance of this book prior to our book club meeting hoping it will add value to the story in my estimation.