Annotated Pride and Prejudice (Revised, Expanded)

This Revised and Expanded Edition contains hundreds of new notes and illustrations.The first-ever fully annotated edition of one of the most beloved novels in the world is a sheer delight for Jane Austen fans. Here is the complete text of Pride and Prejudice with thousands of annotations on facing pages, including: - Explanations of historical contextRules of etiquette, class differences, the position of women, legal and economic realities, leisure activities, and more. - Citations from Austen's life, letters, and other writingsParallels between the novel and Austen's experience are revealed, along with writings that illuminate her beliefs and opinions. - Definitions and clarifications Archaic words, words still in use whose meanings have changed, and obscure passages are explained. - Literary comments and analysesInsightful notes highlight Austen's artistry and point out the subtle ways she develops her characters and themes. - Maps and illustrations of places and objects mentioned i