What Are Elizabeth And Darcy's Flaws?

In this section, Duckworth examines the middle point between individualism and traditional social conventions. The change in Elizabeth’s thinking and views on society and herself are dissected. As well, the change in Darcy’s views of society are studied. Duckworth brings together these two opposing views and discusses how different social classes are able to come together when there is compromise on either side and when the opinions of others are disregarded.

This is an excellent source for this term paper. Since the thesis I am proving is that both Elizabeth and Darcy must overcome their flaws in order to form a union between each other, I will be discussing the development of Elizabeth’s change of perspective on how she sees herself and

the world around her. I will also use the information to prove that different social classes in the novel can unite regardless of the judgement of society around them.

In this text, Hardy discusses how Elizabeth’s teasing is something that attracts and charms Darcy. He discusses the stages of Elizabeth’s teasing and how it affects the development of their relationship. First, he notes the initial stages of her teasing and how Darcy uses her words and turns them against her at her own disadvantage. He then moves on to discuss how as Elizabeth increases her teasing, Darcy becomes more inclined to reply in a teasing manner of his own. The technique that Elizabeth uses to tease Darcy then begins to help kindle their relationship and develop it into something more intimate. Hardy concludes this section by discussing how Elizabeth continues to tease Darcy well into the late stages of their relationship, however at this point she is more affectionate and caring.

In my own dissertation, I will use this source to help explain how Elizabeth and Darcy overcome their flaws which causes them to develop affectionate feelings towards each other. The information is specifically pertinent to Elizabeth’s own self-development and how she disregards her prejudice against Darcy in order to strengthen her relationship with him.

This section analyzes marriage and manners in Pride and Prejudice.

Specifically, the exploration of the relationship between the individual and society is examined. Different views on marriage are discussed, such as marrying for social and economical benefits vs marrying for own personal taste. Looking at Elizabeth’s and Darcy’s views on marriage, Paris studies the obstacles that stand in the way of the relationship between the two.

The information from this source is applicable to my term paper because I will be discussing the barriers that prevent Elizabeth and Darcy’s relationship from prospering. Expanding on the idea of their relationship, I will be using the information to help discuss why Elizabeth’s and Darcy’s character flaws are a reason for the initial division between the two. Additionally, I will be using this information to help with dissecting their relationship and closely examining how the two are able to overcome their differences and form a union together.

This section discusses the stages of mortification and renewal that both Elizabeth and Darcy undergo. Using examples from the text about the couple, Tave is able to show how the two of them are both humiliated not only by other people, but by each other. However in the end both Elizabeth and Darcy are able to overcome their mortification, and this then allows them to finally obtain happiness with each

other.

This source is useful to my term paper because the mortification is a part of overcoming their own character flaws.

Thus, I can use this information to provide supporting evidence when I am discussing how Elizabeth must prevail over her prejudice and how Darcy must conquer his pride. In order for the two of them to do so, a mortification is needed to make them realize what their flaw is and what they need to change about

themselves.

This introductory section gives a brief overview of Jane Austen’s life. The details of her family are discussed, such as her mother’s and father’s background. As well, facts about her social life and the balls she attended are included. Her personality is examined in order to make a connection between it and her writing style. This source goes in depth about Austen’s writing, beginning with her education and early writing, and moving onto the novels that she published. Her failing health is then discussed briefly, and her death and funeral are summarized in a way to conclude her biography.

I will be applying some of this information into my term paper, however Austen’s biographical details will not be a main focus. The information will simply be used to give the reader of my essay some background knowledge of the author. Some of the information about Austen’s social life will be discussed in my essay to help the reader make connections between the novel and the inspiration behind it.