Pride and Prejudice
Interesting Facts
- The book was originally written under the title 'First Impressions,' but the author later changed it to 'Pride and Prejudice.'
- The main character, Elizabeth Bennet, is considered one of the most vibrant and independent female characters in literature of that time.
- The book explores themes of social status, marriage, and morality, which were highly relevant at the beginning of the 19th century.
- Mr. Darcy, one of the main characters, became an archetype of the romantic hero and influenced many subsequent literary works.
- The novel was published anonymously, as it was not customary for women to publish under their own names at the time.
- The book remains one of the most popular and widely read works in English literature.
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Genre: Classical literature
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