The Relationship Between Lady Catherine and Mr. Darcy
Wickham catches the name “Lady Catherine de Bourgh” and quietly asks Elizabeth about the connection between the families.…
Supper and the Journey Home
Supper ends the cards and spreads Wickham’s attentions among all the ladies. On the journey home, Elizabeth’s mind is full of Wickham and his revelations, but she has no opportuni…
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Chapter XVII opens with Elizabeth sharing Wickham’s account of Darcy with Jane in the shrubbery. Their conversation is interrupted by the arrival of the Bingley party, who deliver the long-awaited invitation to the Netherfield ball.…
Elizabeth Tells Jane About Wickham
Elizabeth recounts to Jane, the day after their walk, everything Wickham told her about Darcy’s mistreatment of him.…
Jane Refuses to Think Ill of Either
Jane’s generous nature leads her to believe that both Darcy and Wickham must have been deceived in some way, perhaps by interested people misrepresenting each to the other.…
Elizabeth Insists on Wickham’s Truthfulness
Elizabeth counters Jane’s even-handed view by pointing out how degrading it would be for Darcy to treat his father’s favorite in such a manner.…
The Bingley Sisters Arrive with the Ball Invitation
The sisters are summoned from the shrubbery by the arrival of Mr. Bingley and his sisters, who come personally to invite the Bennets to the Netherfield ball, fixed for the followi…
Family Anticipations for the Netherfield Ball
The Netherfield ball prospect delights every female Bennet in her own way. Mrs. Bennet takes it as a compliment to Jane.…
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