It is a truth universally acknowledged, that Pride and Prejudice is in possession of some of the best lines in literary history. These best Pride and Prejudice quotes from Jane Austen’s masterpiece will take you on a literary adventure that's as lively and charming as a ball at Netherfield!
Hold onto your bonnets because we're about to dive into the charming world where wit, wisdom, and pride collide in the most delightful of ways. Get ready to swoon, giggle, and maybe even snort with laughter as we unveil the best quotes from this timeless classic.
Best Pride and Prejudice Quotes:
"It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife."
~Chapter 1, first line, narrator to reader.
Ah, the quote that needs no introduction! The very first line of this classic romance presents the declaration that sets the stage for matrimonial machinations and romantic rendezvous.
"I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine ."
~Chapter 5, Elizabeth Bennet to her sisters, Charlotte Lucas, and Mrs. Bennet.
Elizabeth Bennet, our quick-witted heroine, knows how to dish out the sass. In this quote, she serves Mr. Darcy a slice of his own prideful pie while showcasing her own brilliant wit.
"I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading!"
~Chapter 11, Miss Caroline Bingley to no one in particular in the drawing-room at Netherfield.
A nod to bookish pleasures and the simple joys of losing oneself in the world of literature. Here, Caroline Bingley shows that even her attempts at flattery can't mask her disdain.
"My good opinion once lost is lost forever."
~Chapter 11, Mr. Darcy to Elizabeth and Miss Bingley
Darcy's declaration, a nod to his early standoffishness, shows the weight he places on his own opinions. But as we know, he's not opposed to a change of heart!
“An unhappy alternative is before you, Elizabeth. From this day you must be a stranger to one of your parents. Your mother will never see you again if you do not marry Mr. Collins, and I will never see you again if you do."
~Chapter 20, Mr. Bennet to Elizabeth
We can't help but laugh at the banter between the Bennets. The quiet Mr. Bennet certainly understands his meddling wife, and also sees and understands Lizzie for who she is. And Mr. Collins' wife, is not it.
"Those who do not complain are never pitied."
~Chapter 20, Mrs. Bennet to her family and Charlotte Lucas.
Oh, Mrs. Bennet, whose enthusiasm knows no bounds! She might not always hit the mark, but her spiritedness is infectious. Here she's quite upset that Lizzie has refused their cousin, Mr. Collins.
"You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love you."
~Chapter 34, Mr. Darcy to Elizabeth
Oh, Mr. Darcy, you silver-tongued charmer! Here, he sweeps Elizabeth off her feet (and maybe us too!) with a declaration that could melt even the iciest heart.
"I was in the middle before I knew that I had begun."
~Chapter 60, Elizabeth Bennet to Mr. Darcy
Elizabeth's confession after realizing that her heart was entangled with Mr. Darcy's despite her initial prejudice. Love has its sneaky ways!
"I am the happiest creature in the world. Perhaps other people have said so before, but not one with such justice. I am happier even than Jane; she only smiles, I laugh."
~Chapter 60, Elizabeth to Mrs. Gardiner within a letter.
Ah, the playful words of new love that Elizabeth writes to her aunt after she and Mr. Darcy declare their love for one another.
So there you have it, a punderful collection of the best Pride and Prejudice quotes that captures the essence of . From Mr. Darcy's dashing declarations to Elizabeth's sparkling wit, this literary masterpiece brims with moments that make our hearts skip a beat and our lips curve into mischievous smiles. Remember, much like a dance at the Meryton Assembly, these quotes twirl with elegance, intrigue, and a dash of flirtation.
Till next time, may your bookshelves be stacked and your conversations be as lively as a Regency ball! Keep calm and Darcy on!
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