The Annotated Pride and Prejudice
by Jane Austen
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Author: Jane AustenEditor: David M. Shapard
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2007-03-13
ISBN: 0307278107
Number of pages: 739
Publisher: Anchor Books
Book Reviews of The Annotated Pride and Prejudice
Book Review: The Annotated Pride and Prejudice
Summary: 5 Stars
The Annotated pride and Prejudice met expectations. It is a very scolarly and interesting book. It is great to have the text on one page and the notes on the opposite page. I am one of those who read for the subtext and cultural background, which these notes provide in excellent detail.
Summary of The Annotated Pride and Prejudice
This first-ever fully annotated edition of one of the most beloved novels in the world is a sheer delight for Jane Austen fans. Here is the complete text of Pride and Prejudice with more than 2,300 annotations on facing pages, including:. Explanations of historical context
Rules of etiquette, class differences, the position of women, legal and economic realities, leisure activities, and more.
. Citations from Austen's life, letters, and other writings
Parallels between the novel and Austen's experience are revealed, along with writings that illuminate her beliefs and opinions.
. Definitions and clarifications
Archaic words, words still in use whose meanings have changed, and obscure passages are explained.
. Literary comments and analyses
Insightful notes highlight Austen's artistry and point out the subtle ways she develops her characters and themes.
. Maps and illustrations
of places and objects mentioned in the novel.
. An introduction, a bibliography, and a detailed chronology of events
Of course, one can enjoy the novel without knowing the precise definition of a gentleman, or what it signifies that a character drives a coach rather than a hack chaise, or the rules governing social interaction at a ball, but readers of The Annotated Pride and Prejudice will find that these kinds of details add immeasurably to understanding and enjoying the intricate psychological interplay of Austen's immortal characters.
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