The Annotated Pride and Prejudice by Austen, Jane

The first fully annotated edition of Jane Austen's beloved classic, presenting the complete text alongside comprehensive, detailed annotations--now revised and expanded with hundreds of new notes and illustrationsA sheer delight for Jane Austen fans, The Annotated Pride and Prejudice contains the complete text of Pride and Prejudice with thousands of annotations, including: - Explanations of historical context Rules of etiquette, class differences, the position of women, legal and economic realities, leisure activities, and more.- Citations from Austen's life, letters, and other writings Parallels between the novel and Austen's experience are revealed, along with writings that illuminate her beliefs and opinions.- Definitions and clarifications Archaic words, words still in use whose meanings have changed, and obscure passages are explained.- Literary comments and analyses Insightful notes highlight Austen's artistry and point out the subtle ways she develops her characters and themes