I'm always fond of reading old classics of the British litterature because you can't really be disappointed by an old classics : bad litterature never stays in history.
Anyway, here in France, in mainstream libraries, the choice of books in English is rather limited, but Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice is often available. I had never bought it since I thought it was primarily targeting young women (yeah I know...). Since I was at a loss as to my readings lately, I've decided to swallow my pride and to just buy the book; and I must admit I was prejudiced (that was an easy one...).
The book is very pleasant to read, and the author has the ability to keep the attention of the reader (regardless of the interest of the subject, which is mainly about hurt feelings and the pursuit of marriage by the 5 Bennett daughters); it certainly kept mine! Elizabeth has to overcome her prejudice against Mr Darcy, who has to dominate his pride to reach Elizabeth's heart.
The last time I went to the library, I also saw Jane Eyre and I've had the same kind of prejudices. Maybe it's time for me to move on this one, too!
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