Pride and Prejudice Video Summary

Published in 1813, Jane Austen's novel, Pride and Prejudice follows the story of the Bennet sisters in their complicated attempts to preserve their reputation and navigate the pressure of marriagability within the upper echelon of English society. Elizabeth Bennet and her sister Jane are caught within a system that honors wealth and title above all; the humble socioeconomic status of her family challenges Elizabeth—or Lizzie—especially, although in the end, her moral code and desires for Mr. Darcy align.

The novel opens at Longbourn, the Bennet family's estate, 50 miles outside of London. Mrs. Bennet, the mother of five daughters, is giddy that Mr. Bingley, “a single man of large fortune” has moved to the nearby estate Netherfield Park. She hopes that one of her daughters could be his new wife.

The Bennets first meet Mr. Bingley at a ball where he takes an immediate liking to the eldest daughter, Jane. Mr. Bingley's friend Mr. Darcy, however, snubs Elizabeth. The community decides that Darcy is proud and disagreeable because of his reserved nature and his refusal to dance.

Jane and Bingley grow fond of one another. However, while Bingley makes his partiality quite obvious, Jane is universally cheerful and somewhat shy. At the same time, Mr. Darcy begins to admire Elizabeth, captivated by her fine eyes and lively wit. She, however, feels contempt for him.

Soon, Bingley invites Jane to his estate at Netherfield, but Jane, caught in the rain, falls ill upon her arrival. Seeking to help her sister, Elizabeth trudges through the muddy fields to Bingley's estate only to be met by Bingley’s arrogant sisters, Caroline Bingley and Mrs. Hurst, who are scandalized by Elizabeth's rumpled appearance. Darcy, who is also staying at Netherfield, will grow warmer toward Elizabeth, even as she sees him as haughty and proud.

Mrs. Bennet and her younger daughters come to Netherfield to check on Jane, and Elizabeth is mortified by their foolish behavior and complete lack of manners. Bingley's affection for Jane grows. After Jane recovers, she returns home with Elizabeth.

Soon after, Mr. Bennet’s distant cousin, Mr. Collins, pays a visit to the Bennet’s home in Longbourn. Mr. Collins is in line to inherit Longbourn because the estate has been entailed away from any female children. Mr. Collins hopes to make amends for the entailment by marrying one of Mr. Bennet's daughters. Mr. Collins is a silly man, speaking in long, pompous speeches with an air of solemn formality. He soon asks Elizabeth to marry him; Elizabeth refuses and Mr. Collins ends up marrying her practical friend, Charlotte, instead.

Meanwhile, militia officers have moved into the nearby town of Meryton. One officer, Mr. Wickham, seems to be an enemy of Darcy. He tells Elizabeth he was the godson of Darcy’s father, who had promised Wickham a good inheritance. According to Wickham, Darcy failed to fulfill his father's dying wishes and left Wickham without any money.

When Bingley hosts a ball at Netherfield, he and Jane spend the whole evening together. Foolishly, Mrs. Bennet speaks loudly about their imminent engagement, and Darcy overhears her. Later that evening, Darcy asks Elizabeth to dance and she reluctantly accepts.

When Bingley travels to London for business, Jane finds out he will not return to Netherfield for at least six months. In addition, Bingley’s sister wants Bingley to marry Darcy's younger sister Georgiana, in order to unite the two families' fortunes. Jane is heartbroken. When Jane travels to London, Bingley does not call her.

Elizabeth hears that Darcy convinced Bingley not to marry Jane. Meanwhile, Darcy visits Elizabeth and confesses that he wants to marry her despite her low family connections. Shocked at his arrogance, she refuses him and accuses him of both ruining Jane's future happiness and betraying Wickham.

The next day, Darcy writes to Elizabeth, explaining that he objected to Bingley’s marriage to Jane because of her low family connections and lack of particular preference for Bingley. Darcy also tells that his father had promised to provide Wickham with a living so long as he entered the clergy. Wickham both refused the clergy and squandered his new-found fortune. He also seduced Darcy's teenage sister, Georgiana; Darcy intervened before they could elope, and saved Georgiana's honor.

Soon afterwards, Elizabeth goes on vacation with her aunt and uncle and agrees to stop at Pemberley, Mr. Darcy's estate, because he is not present. Darcy arrives unexpectedly as Elizabeth is leaving for home. Lydia, her younger sister, has run off with Wickham. Frantic, Elizabeth confides in Darcy who blames himself for never publicly exposing Wickham's wickedness.

[Viberaterz]

This is everything I needed because I just finished reading the book for a class but I just couldn’t fully understand what was going on

[lorenaloureiro]

The fact that your channel is called gradesaver says it all. Thanks

[chanmarty]

It's nice that the father in this story actually wants his daughters to be happy instead of wanting them to be rich. Most modern stories that I have read that are set in the past often paint the father as the greedy one who wants to marry off his daughters only for money, which is sad that that has somewhat become a stereotype.

[machu]

I’ve only got to read one chapter and answer some questions. So I ended up here to try and get a grasp of the whole story line. Thanks for producing this.

[Junso]

English is my third language, but normally I never had a problem reading such books or novels till I Discover Jane Austen's books. Don't get me wrong I still read the book I just didn't understand all of the situations clearly. That's why I'm grateful for this video, for explaining the content thoroughly.

[mrfst_eng]

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[sharonstevek.]

I love them all, but Persuasion is my favorite. Her snarkey writing is a hoot but I had to read it a couple of times to really appreciate it.

[simplify]

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[TheUltimoSniper]

Who did the art for this? It's incredible.

[JohnMoses-dw]

This summary ofJane Austen's great novel manages to tell the story without a trace of Austen's charm or wit.

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[GrammarJudge]

great video summary for a book that is extremely tiring to read

[avitaylor]

I read this but it's so long i need to make sure I didn't miss any main plot point lol

[NeewoAnimations]

I had to read the book for homework but I just watched this and got 90%. Your the goat bro

[outgrown]

Masterpiece he has too much pride. And she has too much prejudice it just works

[Rishi_]

The explanation is so nice
I wish you were Pride and Prejudice teacher in my school

[fierriefiles]

I like Pride and Prejudice very much and I hope my comment will help you (if you are forced to read it) and will understand it better.

*You must do the following:*
1. You should know that *Oxford Readers* exist. It is grade reader that summarizes classic stories from Shakespears to Mark Twain, anything you wish for. It doesn't only tells the story in a very simple terms, it also includes dialogues which are simplified for easy understanding. I've read the Pride and Prejudice with enthusiasm, with shock, with laughter and excitement. I was also thrilled at the end because of how the story unfolded. It was a really interesting book. I've read it in one sitting!

2. You must know that Jane Austen wrote *Sense and Sensibility* first before the *Pride and Prejudice.* You can read the Sense and Sensibility first (which is also available in grade readers) because it much simpler than P&P in terms of the setting. You'll be familiarized with what is the role of women, what is marriage to women, and how women find husbands in the 1800s. If you read the S&S first, you know the standard practices and social norms easily. Since the Oxford reader made it simple. Trust me.

P&P is really interesting and not boring to read and you will find yourself laughing and get excited.

[EDUEDGE]

I boring to read but the concept is clear after listening your video. Thankyou ❤

[eye]

What you did with voice? No matter how much increase it.. it always sounds low

[KarenOCallaghan-uo]

The Bennets are not poor. Mr. & Mrs. Bennet just overspend their income.