

She had been graciously pleased to approve of both the discourses which he had already had the honour of preaching before her. The subject elevated him to more than usual solemnity of manner, and with a most important aspect he protested that he had never in his life witnessed such behaviour in a person of rank - such affability and condescension, as he had himself experienced from Lady Catherine. Lady Catherine de Bourgh's attention to his wishes, and consideration for his comfort, appeared very remarkable. Bennet scarcely spoke at all but when the servants were withdrawn, he thought it time to have some conversation with his guest, and therefore started a subject in which he expected him to shine, by observing that he seemed very fortunate in his patroness.

They are added here by the editor to assist the reader.Chapter 14 During dinner, Mr. (Note: the following chapter headings are not found in the novel. Language and languages, study and teaching, Great britain, social life and customs, fiction,Įnglish language, textbooks for foreign speakers, Subjects British and irish fiction (fictional works by one author),īennet, elizabeth (fictitious character), fiction,ĭarcy, fitzwilliam (fictitious character), fiction, Of course, one can enjoy the novel without knowing the precise definition of a gentleman, or what it signifies that a character drives a coach rather than a hack chaise, or the rules governing social interaction at a ball, but readers of The Annotated Pride and Prejudice will find that these kinds of details add immeasurably to understanding and enjoying the intricate psychological interplay of Austen’s immortal characters.

