Pride and Prejudice

第二章

Chapter II opens with the revelation that Mr. Bennet has already paid a visit to Mr. Bingley at Netherfield, despite repeatedly assuring his wife that he had no intention of going. Through a playful disclosure to his family, he uncovers the truth, sparking astonishment, Mrs.…

Mr. Bennet’s Visit to Mr. Bingley

Mr. Bennet’s Visit to Mr. Bingley Mr. Bennet was among the earliest callers on Mr. Bingley, though he had constantly told his wife he would not go.…

The Discussion About Mrs. Long

The Discussion About Mrs. Long Observing Elizabeth trim a hat, Mr. Bennet teases his wife by hoping Bingley will like it. Mrs.…

Kitty’s Cough

Kitty’s Cough Unable to contain her irritation, Mrs. Bennet scolds Kitty for coughing and tearing her nerves to pieces. Mr.…

Mary’s Silence

Mary’s Silence Turning to Mary, Mr. Bennet calls upon her, whom he jests is a young lady of deep reflection, to share her view.…

The Reveal of the Visit

The Reveal of the Visit Mrs. Bennet declares she is sick of Mr. Bingley. Mr. Bennet feigns dismay, replying that had he known her feelings that morning he would not have called on…

Mr. Bennet Departs

Mr. Bennet Departs Fatigued by his wife’s raptures, Mr. Bennet leaves the room and shuts the door behind him.

Lydia’s Confidence

Lydia’s Confidence Left alone with her daughters, Mrs. Bennet praises her husband as an excellent father and predicts that Mr.…

Conjectures About the Return Visit

Conjectures About the Return Visit The remainder of the evening is spent in conjecturing how soon Mr. Bingley will return Mr.…

第三章

Chapter III of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, covering the Bennet family’s efforts to learn about Mr. Bingley, his visit to Longbourn, the assembly ball, and Elizabeth’s first impressions of Mr. Darcy, concluding with the family’s return home and Mrs. Bennet’s indignation.