I.Introduction
A.Society of early 1800’s incredibly rigid and defined
B.Elizabeth and Darcy don’t adhere to typical behavior
1.Elizabeth is individualistic and opinionated
2.Darcy transcends class barriers
C.While both Elizabeth and Darcy stray from the social norm, through their love story and subsequent marriage, Austen shows that individualism should be rewarded.
II.Elizabeth’s Individuality
A.Outspoken and willful nature set her apart
1.“[She] represents individualism, bourgeois initiative, natural energy, and a challenging of the status quo” (Wilkes)
2.Characteristics make her unique and unlike her sisters/mother
B.Goes against the wishes of her society
1.Marriage is ultimate goal for women
2.“I am perfectly serious in my refusal.- You could not make me happy, and I am convinced that I am the last woman in the world who would make you so” …show more content…
I rather wonder now at your knowing any” (Austen, 39)
a.Shows her quick thinking/humorous nature
b.Despite atypical behavior, is still successful in society
III.Darcy’s Traditionalism
A.Darcy has deep admiration for the social hierarchy
1.He “incarnates social tradition, the aristocracy, stability, and respect for the past” (Wilkes)
2.Has superiority complex
3.Exemplifies highest rank in the social order
B.Wealth and power set him apart from other characters
C.Is reserved and distant, comes across as prideful
1.When expressing his love for Elizabeth: “In vain I have struggled. It will not do” (Austen, 285)
2.Suggests he didn’t want to love her because of her status
3.Disdainful of Elizabeth’s connections
IV.Pride and Prejudice
A.Darcy and Elizabeth are
A.Society of early 1800’s incredibly rigid and defined
B.Elizabeth and Darcy don’t adhere to typical behavior
1.Elizabeth is individualistic and opinionated
2.Darcy transcends class barriers
C.While both Elizabeth and Darcy stray from the social norm, through their love story and subsequent marriage, Austen shows that individualism should be rewarded.
II.Elizabeth’s Individuality
A.Outspoken and willful nature set her apart
1.“[She] represents individualism, bourgeois initiative, natural energy, and a challenging of the status quo” (Wilkes)
2.Characteristics make her unique and unlike her sisters/mother
B.Goes against the wishes of her society
1.Marriage is ultimate goal for women
2.“I am perfectly serious in my refusal.- You could not make me happy, and I am convinced that I am the last woman in the world who would make you so” …show more content…
I rather wonder now at your knowing any” (Austen, 39)
a.Shows her quick thinking/humorous nature
b.Despite atypical behavior, is still successful in society
III.Darcy’s Traditionalism
A.Darcy has deep admiration for the social hierarchy
1.He “incarnates social tradition, the aristocracy, stability, and respect for the past” (Wilkes)
2.Has superiority complex
3.Exemplifies highest rank in the social order
B.Wealth and power set him apart from other characters
C.Is reserved and distant, comes across as prideful
1.When expressing his love for Elizabeth: “In vain I have struggled. It will not do” (Austen, 285)
2.Suggests he didn’t want to love her because of her status
3.Disdainful of Elizabeth’s connections
IV.Pride and Prejudice
A.Darcy and Elizabeth are