Chantelle's Analysis of Setting

SECTION 4               

               The novel Pride and Prejudice takes place during the late 18^th and early 19^th century times. There are a variety of locations mentioned in the novel, but all reside in the country of England. Jane Austen wrote the novel between the years 1786 to 1813 and was finally published that same year. It is evident that she had written the story in the same time period she had been living in. Some may call this point of time during the Napoleonic Wars. During these times, many saw it was crucial for woman to marry a wealthy man in order to live a fulfilling life, and it is seen especially in the way Mrs. Bennet thrived for all her daughters to be happily married. This was a time where social status played a big role in how people were treated as well.

                In the beginning of the novel, most of it took place at Longbourn London, where the Bennet family lived. Elizabeth would make constant trips also to visit her aunt and uncle which was said to be in London as well, on Gracechurch Street. Near the end of the novel, most of it took place in Derbyshire, Pemberley where Mr. Darcy resides. It is where he had proposed to Elizabeth, and had long walks with her.

Sydney's Analysis of Setting

Section 3

Throughout the book of Pride and Prejudice, there are many locations that Jane Austen used. She made the setting of the novel during the time period of 1797 to approximately 1815.  There were many locations that were said in the book, but only two were used mostly.

Longbourn London was where Elizabeth and the rest of the Bennett family had lived. At the beginning of the novel, this is where most of the story takes place. Netherfield is where some parts are taken place, which is Mr. Bingley’s area. Netherfield is an important setting that happens throughout the novel. In this setting, Jane is introduced to Mr. Bingley as Mr. Darcy meets Elizabeth. It’s important that we keep note of this setting because it’s what shapes the whole novel and how these two couples meet.

The other location that is used many times in the novel is Pemberley. Pemberley is where Mr. Darcy lives. Many important parts happen in this place like when Mr, Darcy proposes to Elizabeth and she rejects him. He proves to her that he’s different and is genuinely a good guy.

In my opinion, Jane Austen did a great job of using many locations in the book and giving a significant meaning to them. 

Analysis of Setting

By: Ashley Jose

Section 2 

                          Pride and Prejudice is a wonderful and unique novel written by Jane Austen. There are many different settings that take place in this novel which all take occur in the country of England. Austen had written this book during the Napoleonic Wars which was during the years 1797 to 1815. 

                          Many of the scenes that take place in this novel are located in Longbourne, which is an estate in England. This is the area where Elizabeth and the rest of the Bennet family live. Many of the other settings are within the country side around Longbourne, including the estates of Netherfield and Lucas Lodge and the nearby town of Meryton. Some scenes also take place at Hunsford; this is where Mr. Collins’ home is and also the nearby estate of Rosings, the home of Lady Catherine. Important scenes occur in Netherfield, which is where Mr. Bingley’s rented property is located as well. This is a key setting throughout the novel because it is what brings Bingley to Jane and Darcy to Elizabeth. It is this location that Bingley beings to fall for Jane.

                          In my opinion, the most important setting throughout the entire novel is the nearby estate of Pemberley, this is owned by Darcy. This setting is extremely important because of many different reasons. This estate symbolizes how Elizabeth feels about its owner at the time. The paragraph of the description of Pemberley in the novel says it “stands on well rising ground.” There is also a sentence about how none of it looks artificial, how everything is planned by nature. While Elizabeth visits the house, the housekeeper comments on how generous a character Darcy is, this softens up her perspective towards him. When Elizabeth met Darcy at his home, she saw him as a completely different person. She claims he had been much calmer and happier. This is the most important setting because it has made Elizabeth see Darcy in a completely different light.

                          Jane Austen did a great job choosing the different types of settings that have been used for this novel. Settings have a huge impact and can explain a lot about a character and their personality which is one of the many reasons why this book is so great. 

Analysis of Setting Marina Section 1

Cultural/Historical

The culture in this novel is that it is a small community and nothing is kept a secret. Everyone is very judgmental and holds very strong stereotypes among one another.

Socio-economic

In this novel socio-economic play a big role because where you stand in society makes a big deal epically in the era this takes place in. If you are wealthier you are held to double standards rather than those who are less fortunate. For example, Mr.Bingley is a wealthy man and he is expected to have well manners however Mr. Darcy is also a wealthy man but he is looked down upon and not liked because he is considered ill mannered and snobby.

Location

This book takes place during the 18^th century. Most of the novel takes place in an estate in England, Longbourne (the Bennet's home). It takes place in the country side including other places like Netherfield and Lucas Lodge and the nearby town of Meryton.