Orgulho e Preconceito é um dos mais aclamados romances da escritora inglesa Jane Austen. Publicado em 1813, revela como era a sociedade da época, quando os relacionamentos se desenrolavam de maneira mais lenta e romântica, no ritmo das cartas levadas por mensageiros a cavalo. Nesse mundo, o sonho da Sra. Bennet era casar bem suas cinco filhas: Jane, Elizabeth, Mary, Kitty e Lydia. Entre as irmãs, destaca-se Elizabeth, a Lizzy, que se depara com um turbilhão de sentimentos diante do orgulho e preconceito que mascaram a realidade. Trata-se de um clássico que, mesmo após duzentos anos desde a sua primeira publicação, continua a encantar milhões de leitores ao redor do mundo.
Jane Austen
Jane Austen was an English novelist born in 1775 in Hampshire, England. She is best known for her novels which explore the lives and manners of the English gentry in the early 19th century. Austen's most notable works include "Pride and Prejudice," "Sense and Sensibility," and "Emma." Her writing style is characterized by wit, social commentary, and keen observation of human nature. Austen's works have had a lasting impact on the literary genre of the novel, particularly in the development of the comedy of manners. Her most famous work, "Pride and Prejudice," is considered a classic of English literature and continues to be widely read and studied today. Austen's contributions to literature include her insightful portrayal of characters and relationships, her exploration of the role of women in society, and her enduring appeal to readers of all ages.
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