Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW

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Since its immediate success in 1813, Pride and Prejudice has remained one of the most popular novels in the English language. Jane Austen called this brilliant work “her own darling child” and its vivacious heroine, Elizabeth Bennet, “as delightful a creature as ever appeared in print.” The romantic clash between the opinionated Elizabeth and her proud beau, Mr. Darcy, is a splendid performance of civilized sparring. And Jane Austen’s radiant wit sparkles as her characters dance a delicate quadrille of flirtation and intrigue, making this book the most superb comedy of manners of Regency England.

One of Jane Austen’s most beloved works, Pride and Prejudice, is vividly brought to life by Academy Award nominee Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl). In her bright and energetic performance of this British classic, she expertly captures Austen’s signature wit and tone. Her attention to detail, her literary background, and her performance in the 2005 feature film version of the novel provide the perfect foundation from which to convey the story of Elizabeth Bennett, her four sisters, and the inimitable Mr. Darcy.

In Pride and Prejudice, the Bennett sisters try to find their way in the repressive strictures of 19th-century society. Austen shows the folly of judging by first impressions and the experience of falling in love, and she superbly describes a world which, despite being more than two centuries old, still resonates with modern concerns.

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE BY JANE AUSTEN
AUDIOBOOK REVIEW

My most favorite romance movie of all times is the 2005 version of Pride & Prejudice. I can’t put in words how much this movie moved me the first time I watched it and how often I watched it since 2005. I’m in love with the music, the performances and especially with Mr Darcy. My infatuation went so far that I bought myself a Mr Darcy statue, proof photo above.

But most of all I’m in love with the story. It’s timeless. And I’m just a sucker for anything close to “He is madly in love, she can’t bear him.” Also it’s a historical romance written by someone who actually lived during that particular period, which makes it so much more authentic in my eyes.

I remember reading the book many years ago, but wanted to re-read it again, this time via audiobook. Of course there are dozens of different versions available, but I had my heart set on the one narrated by Rosamund Pike who actually played the role of Jane Bennett in the 2005 movie.

And I must say she did a marvellous job!!

The different voices were so close to the movie that I had certain scenes vividly in my head when I listened to the book. While listening I even recognised entire dialogues from the movie. The inflections in her voice was remarkably close to the movie. All in all it was a fantastic production and I couldn’t have picked a better version.

If you haven’t read this book yet but you want to, and if you love audiobooks, you NEED to pick up this version. The experience was incredible. And afterwards you must watch the movie.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen | AUDIOBOOK REVIEW