Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice tells the story of Elizabeth Bennet, a perceptive young woman navigating society, courtship, and personal expectations. Living at Longbourn with her parents and four sisters, Elizabeth's future is shaped by the practical realities facing her family. Because the family estate is entailed and can pass only to a male heir, finding suitable marriages for the daughters becomes a central concern for their household.

As the narrative unfolds, Elizabeth is drawn into a series of social encounters, misunderstandings, and changing fortunes. Her journey involves re-evaluating first impressions, recognising the consequences of swift judgements, and distinguishing outward charm from genuine character.

This paperback edition is part of the Oxford Bookworms Library series at Level 6. It presents Jane Austen's enduring nineteenth-century novel for secondary school learners, university students, and general fiction readers looking to enjoy classic British literature.