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This series of readers is aimed at students at 6 levels from elementary to advanced. All stages have exercises for classroom or private use, plus a glossary to help with vocabulary. This advanced level book is a classic novel of love, marriage and scandal set in late 18th-century England.
The arrival of a wealthy bachelor in a rural neighborhood triggers a series of social complications and romantic misunderstandings for the Bennet family. Elizabeth Bennet, a sharp-witted and independent young woman, must navigate the rigid social hierarchies and economic pressures of 18th-century England while managing her own prejudices against the aloof Mr. Darcy. The narrative follows her attempts to secure her family's future through marriage, often clashing with the expectations of her mother and the societal norms of the landed gentry. This adaptation maintains the original third-person perspective, focusing on the internal growth of the protagonist as she learns to look past first impressions.
Readers frequently highlight this adaptation as an accessible entry point into Jane Austen’s complex social commentary. Discussion often centers on how the simplified language retains the core irony and character depth of the original text. Critics note that the inclusion of educational exercises makes the work particularly effective for students developing their reading comprehension skills. The balance between the romantic plot and the critique of 18th-century manners remains a primary focus for those engaging with this version of the classic story.
Page Count:
112
Publication Date:
1995-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press España, S.A.
ISBN-10:
0194227103
ISBN-13:
9780194227100
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