Pride and Prejudice

**Pride and Prejudice (Vintage Classics Austen Series)** **Jane Austen** This edition is introduced by the renowned Alexander McCall Smith. The Vintage Classics Austen Series, crafted by writer and illustrator Leanne Shapton, features prefaces by notable contemporary authors and admirers of Austen such as Alexander McCall Smith, Lynne Truss, Amanda Vickery, Francesca Segal, P.D. James, and Andrew Motion. As described by *The Independent*, "Pride and Prejudice" is the most cherished work of England's beloved novelist. The novel centers around Elizabeth Bennet, a sharp and attractive young woman, whose quest for financial stability amidst her mother's intrusive antics and the challenges faced by her four sisters, leads them to seek suitable marriages. The story takes a twist with the arrival of the charming Mr. Bingley and the proud Mr. Darcy, both wealthy and single, injecting excitement into their lives. This lively tale weaves friendship, competition, hostility, and romance into a memorable narrative. - **ISBN-13**: 9780099589334 - **Author**: Jane Austen - **Publisher**: Vintage Publishing - **Language**: English - **Format**: Paperback - **Publication Year**: 2014 - **Number of Pages**: 464 - **Dimensions**: 131×179×30 mm - **Weight**: 332 g