The Social Fabric Of Late Eighteenth- And Early Nineteenth...

Jane Austen s novel is principally concerned with the social fabric of late eighteenth- and early nineteenth-century England, a patriarchal society in which men held the economic and social power. In an often satirical portrait of the men and women attempting to gain a livelihood, Austen ironically points out faults in the system, raising questions about the values of English society and the power structure of the country. The novel is also engaged in an ideological debate that drives its plot and defines the essence of its main character. The precise nature of this balance is not necessarily clear, and despite what seems to be a happy marriage, it may not be entirely possible to reconcile Elizabeth s independence and naturalness†¦show more content†¦Darcy play the role of rich men. Mr and Mrs. Bennet are the parents of five unwed daughters. And they have conflicting thoughts about the arrival of the rich neighbours. Mr. Bennet thinks nothing of it, and has no new thoughts about the arrival of Bingley and Darcy. Mrs. Bennet sees flashing lights. She views it as the perfect chance to automatically place a few of her five daughters into the rich community. Marrying off her daughters serves the main purpose in Mrs. Bennet’s life. Mrs. Bennet wants her husband to go and make a greeting to the new crowd. Her plans are to get in contact with them and make aware her five bachelor daughters. Mrs. Bennet encourages her daughter, Jane, to set her sights on Mr. Bingley. Mr. Bennet’s sarcastic comments prove his disconcert on the whole topic. When Jane is invited to meet with Mr. Bingley and his sister, Mrs. Bennet suggests that she go by horseback in hopes that she could probably fall sick and extend her stay. Mrs. Bennet’s’ mind is always thinking of ways to marry off her daughters. Her idea works to perfection and Jane ends up staying longer. Mrs. Bennet goes to work again at the arrival of Mr. Collins, Mr. Bennet’s cousin. Mr. Collins stays at the Bennet house for a short time. He will inherit Longbourn when Mr. Bennet dies, since he will be the only close male relative. Mr. Collins first intentions are toward Jane, but, Ms. Bennet informs him of Bingley. Collin then changes his target to Elizabeth. Mrs. Bennet is