BEFORE YOU READ PRIDE AND PREJUDICE

[@Auntypatti]

When I was younger I came across an annotated copy of P&P and it explained so much about what was going on in society at the time that I had missed in previous readings. I consider P&P to be the perfect novel.

[@fine_nib_witch]

I’ve read it a couple of times already, but lately I’ve been slowly transcribing it with pen and paper. It definitely slows me down enough that I find myself just laughing out loud while I write her words. One of my favorites! I’d love to see a spoiler in-depth discussion!

[@prilljazzatlanta5070]

That’s a great exercise. I admire that!

[@lindsay3793]

Interesting. Did you finish?

[@fine_nib_witch]

@@lindsay3793 not yet! Mr. Collins just arrived. I don’t work on this project as often as I’d like!

[@azundaowiriwa2674]

Tristan, I have no idea what I would do without you, thank you.

[@maryfeeney5240]

Tristan, I just discovered you on here a week ago, and I LOVE your lit talks. You are so clear, so enthusiastic, and so enlightening! I am a retired English teacher, and lifelong reader, and your talks are so energizing and natural. Are you a professor? I can’t wait to re-read Pride and Prejudice with this new perspective. Being able to listen to you for free is an absolute joy.

[@kimswhims8435]

"It's a truth universally acknowledged...." was a parody of how Samuel Johnson was writing at the time. I think the phrase appears in his dictionary. There's so much satire in her novels that refer to her contemporaries. Much that we don't now pick up on unless the reader has an extensive understanding of her times. Great to hear your thoughts on this one.

[@scruffylookingnerfherder1983]

PLEASE do more videos about P&P! I would love for you to to expand upon some of the topics discussed in this video along with close readings of some passages from the novel

[@wcwright44]

Tristan, Another wonderful video. Yes, this video made me want to read Pride and Prejudice again. I loved the book when I read it at 16 years old but time for a reread at 73 years old.

[@karengustafson7666]

Me too at 77!

[@murphbee]

I read this book often, and having begun in the mid-70’s I think I’m somewhere in the 30-40 times range. I invariably find some new angle, turn of phrase or insight on each reading. My favorite characters change with my age, perception and mood. It’s one of those books that can be read on so many levels, from pure brain fluff to a comedic forte to a taskmaster that makes me take stock of my actions and perceptions. I’m very lucky to have it in my life.

[@Tuesdaymayhew]

I loved this so much. Now I must reread P&P and look closely at the narration and characters. You’ve given me a lot to think about… Please do a part two with spoilers!

[@margaretinsydney3856]

I've read P&P many times over a number of years and I love it and all of Austen. Can I guess your three characters? Charlotte Lucas, Mr Bingley and Jane? I'd love to have a detailed look at the book, a deep dive with spoilers, so please make one -- and please tell us your answer to the quiz. I love this channel so much!😊

[@TheCodeXCantina]

I was interested to see your take on a Before you Read series. Thanks for sharing.

[@aprilezell3784]

okay, I have a copy we bought in Bath.... I'll be reading it for the first time! This was incredibly helpful!

[@Paula.dot.c]

From someone who has loved this book for over 25 years and will click on pretty much anything related to it, this was such a joy to watch. Thank you!

[@patriciatolliver4057]

Patty-I am currently reading Persuasion. Finding myself relating to Anne. I like your perspective on P&P. I think we can take your idea and apply ito some of her other books. So glad you're back. 😃

[@paladin1726]

I just finished Persuasion! I was struggling with interest until I got halfway in, then I was hooked and absolutely loved the rest of the ride!

[@lucyssweetjournaling]

This was sooo good. Makes me want to read P&P again. Thank you

[@tristanandtheclassics6538]

I'm so pleased that you enjoyed the video. Its such a good book.

[@kitan94828]

This is amazing. I am about to teach this book to my students

[@tristanandtheclassics6538]

Oh how wonderful. I hope your students love it. I'm sure they will.

[@baskinthestory]

This was perfect timing as I have just started reading P&P for the first time!

[@MsOlikk]

I've read it at least 20 times, and still watched the video

[@Lightwriter1]

Finally finished the book... it is amazing ;-)

[@jassdad5202]

I've read all of Jane Austen's books. Definitely want to reread pride and prejudice again.

[@leafsonata]

Tristan, this was sooo good! I haven't read this novel in 20 years. Now I want to read it again with this insight.

[@althompson3085]

Glad you are on here. Would like to see you more often.

[@carolynhunt7333]

I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve read it. Of course I have a degree in English, so that could explain a lot. I just discovered your channel. Now I’m binge watching you. Are you a professor? If so, I’m jealous of your students.

[@JessicaPawlitzki]

That was delightful! Please do film an in-depth review of P+P, I'm sure you have great insights we can all learn from.

[@cowco80]

Reading it right now and I have so many thoughts after seeing your video. Thank you for your insights, I would love to see a part 2 with spoilers. I think Jane, Bingley and Ms Darcy could fall into the category of characters that show either pride nor prejudice.

[@porlipop]

Was about to start Pride and Prejudice and saw this video. Thanks for the tips and can't wait to start reading!

[@robinbirdj743]

Very much inspired to read it again (I’ve read it 3 times or so). Bought a hardback copy!

[@amyf7713]

I'm a new subscriber, and I *love* your deep dives into these classic books.

[@alidabaxter5849]

No matter how many times you discussed "Pride and Prejudice", I'd want more. This is just about the only book I have which, once I start reading, I have to go on to the end as though I've never read it before. It is absolutely compulsive, from the very beginning, and at the end of the first short chapter, in one short paragraph, Jane Austen sets up for us what a catastrophe a marriage between two people who are wrong for one another can be, when she describes the characters of Mr. and Mrs. Bennet. Whatever you want for Elizabeth and her sisters, you don't want a marriage like their parents'. But then Charlotte Lucas confounds you, because she'd rather marry the ghastly Mr. Collins than be a spinster; in that society, at that time, it was a sensible, though terrible, choice. I adore the book.

[@janegrew9485]

Tristan, I just discovered you a couple of days ago. Wow! Loving everything. I've read Pride and Prejudice twice, but based on your discussion, it will soon be thrice! I wish you were around many years ago when I studied English at the University of Sydney. Perhaps you would have made reading Wordsworth and Coleridge not only easier, but actually enjoyable!

[@psalmer5690]

I'm about two thirds in right now, Tristan. I wish I'd discovered you and seen this video earlier. I really struggled with it early on but I pushed through and I'm finding it quite delightful now. I look forward to applying some of your critical thinking to the rest of the book. I'm not so anxious to finish it now!

[@apollonia6656]

My Number One novel of all time. I first read it when my Mum have me a maroon coloured leather edition along with a hardback of Great Expectations....I was nearly fourteen. Loved it then and re-read it there times since. Yes, my number two is Great Expectations. Of the hundreds of classics P&P seems to have that 'something's extra.

[@lindahoover4925]

Ready to read this again. Thank you

[@shanonbutler2393]

This is one of my favorite books. I like how each character has a strong personality. Even Jane is a standout character because of her gentleness. I do admit that I was very taken with Elizabeth and it took a while for me to understand Darcy. Just a wonderful world to be in briefly. I will reread it again next just because of this video and keep in mind the things you’ve said.

[@kidus5431]

I finished reading it yesterday. It was oh so, so good.

[@nell8840]

I found this channel while researching smth for my english literature state-exam, love it! Thank you so much for the great videos (and help understanding some shakespearean stuff)

[@In_Libris_Libertas]

I absolutely love this guy! Tristan you're enthusiasm is contagious and I find you very inspirational. I am chomping at the bit and just can't wait to start reading more after listening to you. Thank you so so much for your videos. Love from Michigan!

[@laurafprim]

I had a list but i'm putting everyrhing on hold and starting this second

[@ChristinaQuiet]

Please do an in depth analysis. Loved this video! Discovered your channel while rereading Pride & Prejudice and your video definitely enriched my reading experience with interesting thoughts!

[@gerrid9092]

I’ve read it, but you have definitely motivated me to read it again and pay attention to these things.

[@life_with_shweta]

Loved it! I would love for you to do an in-depth analysis of it and other novels by Jane Austen. Yes, I’m going to reread it. Also, I’m buying lots of books after listening to your reviews. Thank you for such incredible work that you’re doing! ❤️

[@carolinabho]

Thank you very much for expressing what I have been thinking for some time about the Jane Austen novels 🤩 I enjoyed this writer a lot from the first time I read her, precisely because of her spark and wit, but I definitely admired and loved her from the rereadings of her works. What she achieves with her characters and their subjectivity is impressive. I think that the narrative technique "Free Indirect Discourse" that Austen masterfully uses is what gives her novels so many nuances, richness and fluidity.

[@ianpaternoster1396]

I definitely want to read this book now.

[@fabiashii]

I was watching one of your videos, then decided to visit your channel and when I saw the name, I was sure you had something about pride and prejudice (I'm reading it currently) and yep. The latest video was it.

[@zenocrate4040]

I was already enjoying this video when you remarked upon the shallow, theory-straitjacketed, pseudo-intellectual 'criticism' Austen and her books are subjected to these days. At that point I felt like jumping up and cheering. I've spent a decade plus in university English departments which has well nigh driven me to distraction. I love and endorse your attentive, perceptive and history-informed response!

[@tristanandtheclassics6538]

Thank you so much. This comment means a lot to me 😀😊

[@zenocrate4040]

@@tristanandtheclassics6538 It never ceases to amuse me that it is usually the academics who are oh-so-pleased with their own intelligence who misunderstand Austen the most. I take that as a further mark of her genius. And thank you so much for all your wonderful videos!

[@masterprocrastinator7078]

tristan to the rescue as always. I love having him guide me along- I have to be honest - I loved both Laurence Olivier and Colin Firth but i thought the actual books ( recently forced myself to read Persuasion as well) were kind of a snooze-. I'm definitely benefitting from your insights and hand-holding.:)

[@rosiehart3134]

Love all of your video Tristan! Would you do a video for analysis of Lolita?

[@mariesoret7915]

Hi ! I've read the book so many times but I feel like I juste started to scratch the surface of the many layers this book have ! I recommended this book to all my friends but it's often dismiss by the men, so it's nice to see a positive review from this gender ! I'm excited about the in depth video you talked about, when is it coming out ? Any great video thanks for sharing this with us ❤

[@kathleencraine7335]

"...too light & bright & sparkling; it wants shade..." from a letter to her sister Cassandra.

[@tristanandtheclassics6538]

Thank you for the exact quote, I appreciate it 💗 🙏

[@silviafrassineti5214]

And now I have to read it again, as a words hunter. ❤️

[@jackiesliterarycorner]

Great discussion! I adore P&P, but it's not favorite. Emma is still #1

[@mtnshelby7059]

My disappointment is the reduction of Austen novels into paperback romance. The Brontes seem to have fared better in cinematic translation. You make me want to reread the novel!

[@michellemiller3742]

Hello I would love to know more about this version of P&P. I did a quick search on Amazon and couldn't find it (I'm in the US). Love your channel! P&P is my favorite Austen and I love all of her works.

[@netogrof]

It’s the Chiltern Classics Edition :)

[@Dinadoesyoga]

Ah, I wish I saw this video over 20 years ago before I read P & P simply thinking it was a witty, feminist romance and being greatly disappointed. Your analysis makes so much more sense. The movie versions haven't helped matters much either. 😅

[@Kcorner-z2p]

Can you tell me if you will be doing an in depth analysis and text analysis please would love that !!

[@Yesica1993]

I have got to sit myself down and read this darned book already. I did try once, but only got a couple of paragraphs or pages in. I'm just not a fan of relationship or matchmaking type stories. I can't relate to any of it. But there must be so much more to do it because both women and men love it. Different ages, too. So, obviously, there's more to it than sappy romance. I honestly can't recall ever seeing a negative review. Oh, it may not be everyone's #1 favorite book of all time. But I've never seen a review saying it's horrible. Every review that I can recall has had at least something positive to say about it. And most are raves. I hate missing out! I just need to do it. I'm trying to recall if I have it on my Kindle. I'll have to check later.

[@dqan7372]

Sparkling and frothy? I found the first nine chapters to be quite a tedious trudge. 😈. I'm about 60% in now and finding that, as with my studies of Emma in college, I enjoy studying it objectively after the fact far more than I enjoy the actual reading experience. Elizabeth's father is, by far, my favorite character. I could happily chuck the rest. Hopefully my second reading goes better. Well, third actually. I read it before actually, though I recall it having a lot more zombies that time around.

[@Ailorn]

My guess of who the three non judgemental characters are Jane, Miss Darcey, and Colonal Fitzwilliam...Maybe Bingley

[@susprime7018]

Too late, already read it at least twice, my favorite Austen, dressed as Mrs. Bennett on a Halloween cruise to Mexico.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

You had me at P&P. 😂 You mentioned today's feminist view of this one, and well, pretty much every classic written by women, which I find problematic since they lived in a different century. I recently read Worsley's Austen biography and found this to be the biggest issue. I love Lucy Worsley and watch every documentary she hosts. Still, in the book she assumes way too much of a feminist view. She even says, "I'd like to think Jane's like me," in her introduction. Jane isn't like us. sorry She's from a different world entirely. Was she ahead of her time? Yes! Would she support our so called causes today? Probably not. And that's okay. She remains a genius and that's why her work stands the test of time.

[@thomasmoore7976]

I just ordered a special deluxe edition of Pride & Prejudice! So “let’s get stuck in, shall we?”

[@tristanandtheclassics6538]

Have you already read Pride and Prejudice? What were your thoughts? Any favourite characters? And are you going to read it again?

[@angelmarquez5153]

I read Pride and Prejudice for the first time last year, it was also my first Austen and I loved it -Greetings from México

[@tristanandtheclassics6538]

@angelmarquez5153 Fabulous! So pleased you enjoyed it. Its such a wonderful book. May I ask, what classic books would you recommend by Mexican authors. 😀❤️

[@angelmarquez5153]

@@tristanandtheclassics6538 I'm not the best to be asked this question because I haven't read many books from my country or Latino America just the ones assigned at school and I didn't like them unfortunately 😕 I prefer classics from Europe or the U.S but I know many of the foreign youtubers I watch love "Pedro Paramo" from Juan Rulfo so I guess you should read that if you haven't already

[@clarepotter7584]

I think the best way to approach is not to worry, just enjoy it. I first read it before I'd seen any adaptation. I certainly didn't understand all the jokes (I was a child and the language was complex) but there's just a joy in not having any preconceptions and not knowing the story. I wish I could discover it for the first time again. It's not a classic primarily it's a very funny book and a love story. Sometimes you just need to read an author to appreciate them. I was equally happily surprised by Ovid (more accessible than you might think - first read in my 40s) and Robert Browning in my teens. When you find work that suits your sense of humour, it's an absolute joy. 😊

[@leenverbraken1683]

I never read pride and prejudice but I watched the BBC series over and over again.. I was always a little bit nervous to read the novel, because I loved the series so much… It’s on my ridicilous TBR pile now😊

[@ryan_d.v]

No one gets me excited to read like you do

[@apollonia6656]

All of Jane Austen novels and those after her such as Charles Dickens require special shelves in my library because they are all leather bound. There are others ofcourse, but those two authors are extra special. Now, how do I obtain all of Wilkie Collins in leather hound volumes ? I have them in paperback and some in hardback, but still I do so enjoy reading him.

[@siobhancondon8109]

❤❤❤

[@susanstein6604]

She also satirizes the Clergy and the Church of England.

[@Karaya715]

I loved Pride and Prejudice but though I’ve read it at least twice I’m going to have to read it again. Lol.