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Wickham’s assessment of Darcy’s character is fascinating — obviously he has an agenda in blackening Darcy’s character, but he’s also in a good position to know and describe him. Pride can also be an incredible motivator for philanthropy and social graces… but I really think Darcy actually reads as incredibly socially awkward.
Thoughts?

Interesting to note, as a modern reader, that we don’t start from the POV of either main character — but with Mr and Mrs Bennet. It’s almost like a prologue, but no POV shift until chapter 4 or so.

Also Darcy’s treatment of Lizzy at the assembly is so much more brutal than I remember. He actually MAKES EYE CONTACT in hearing range, then insults her?! Bruh.
And Mr Hurst “merely looked the gentleman.”