(1/100) Pride and Prejudice: Social Class

Pride and Prejudice is a famous novel by Jane Austen. The story takes place in England in the early 19th century. It shows the lives of different social classes. The main characters are from two different classes: Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Elizabeth is from a middle-class family. Mr. Darcy is rich and comes from a high social class. Their relationship is complicated by their social positions. In the novel, social class affects how people behave and marry. Many characters are worried about money and status. This idea is important in the story. Readers today can see how social class still exists. Even in modern times, people often think about class and money. This theme makes the novel interesting for everyone, even now.