By Jane Austen
I just finished this book about 5 minutes ago. I was so excited about it that I wanted to write down my thoughts before I moved onto the next book on my shelf. But I just might be so excited that I make little since of it all and jabber on and on.First off, I have to issue an apology to my roommate, I remember her going on and on about how wonderful this book was and I always seemed to think she was one of those who liked to read boring books (poor girl). She also would encourage me, with great force at times, to watch the 5 VHS version of the book. Again, I would gag at the though of having Pride and Prejudice on out apartment TV for days at a time..BORING. I was wrong, I am sorry. I cannot wait to watch the long version, especially now that I have realized HOW much was left out of the newest version. I mean seriously all the best parts where left out and some of the characters in the movie don't even match the book.
Needless to say I loved this book. I couldn't help but fall in love with the characters more and more with each page. I read the last few chapters outside while I "watched" the kids play and I believe I was all smiles and giggles. There were of coarse moments when I felt lost, I mean seriously it is still Jane Austen. And there were quit a few words that I had never even seen before. And what in the world does "&c" mean? they ended some of the letters with this.
This is probably on the top of my FAVORITE BOOKS EVER and I can't wait to someday have a copy of my own.
4 comments:
You silly girl! So, you never watched that with us huh? So good. I read that book about once a year I think. It really is so good. I love hearing when people finally read it for the first time. I did it for a book club last year, and it was the first time reading it for everyone that showed up. Such a great story and characters. FYI: 'Persuasion' is my favorite Jane Austin. Try it sometime. ;) Also, if you lived near me I would totally watch the long version with you. I own 4 different movie versions. [Poor girl(me). lol]
For as much of a Pride and Prejudice nut as I am, I have never read the book. I've read Emma, loved it. I've tried Sense and Sensibilty but couldn't get through it. I checked out Mansfield Park, and will have to find Pride and Prejudice next. Glad you loved it, and you HAVE GOT TO watch the BBC version, it is the best!
I agree, it is one of the best books I have ever read!
I can't believe you haven't read this before, that's almost un-American, or un-Britain.
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