Barnes and Noble Classics Editions of Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility, Mansfield Park, and Pride and Prejudice. All New. 'The more I know of the world, the more am I convinced that I shall never see a man whom I can really love. I require so much!' Marianne Dashwood wears her heart on her sleeve, and when she falls in love with the dashing but unsuitable John Willoughby she ignores her sister Elinor's warning that her impulsive behaviour leaves her open to gossip and innuendo. Meanwhile Elinor, always sensitive to social convention, is struggling to conceal her own romantic disappointment, even from those closest to her. Through their parallel experience of love—and its threatened loss—the sisters learn that sense must mix with sensibility if they are to find personal happiness in a society where status and money govern the rules of love. In the world of Regency-era England, where social class and marriage prospects reign supreme, Elizabeth Bennet finds herself entangled with the enigmatic Mr. Darcy. Their initial encounters are marked by misunderstandings and preconceived notions, with Elizabeth perceiving Darcy as proud and aloof. However, as circumstances draw them together and reveal hidden truths, both must navigate the complexities of love, society, and personal growth. Jane Austen's timeless masterpiece explores the complexities of human nature and the enduring power of love in a world where first impressions often conceal the true depths of character. One of the most famous opening lines in English literature, the most compelling of stories, and a host of vivid characters, has won Pride and Prejudice its rightful pride-of-place on bookshelves throughout the world. For Mr Bennet, a quiet life is to be highly commended. For Mrs Bennet, finding eligible husbands for her five daughters is the most important of a mother's duties. For Elizabeth, marrying without affection is unthinkable. But for them all, life is about to change when a handsome young man and his equally handsome and wealthy companion, take residence nearby. Grand country estates, beautiful women, and eligible young men all play their part in this unforgettable story that has delighted readers for 200 years. A story where comedy, heartache and romance interweave to make Pride and Prejudice one of the most popular and enduring novels in the English language.

ISBN: 9780760700433