You see why I love that book!??!!! And also why I liked the new film, but didn't love it. I realize that it's hardly fair to expect the same depth of character in a two hour film, but it seemed to me they actually altered some of the characters and not for the better. You'll adore the longer film version; they did a far superior job overall, even given the time issue. Though looks wise, I prefer Caroline Bingley in the new film. That's about it, though.
As for future reads, P&P is my favorite by a huge margin, but Persuasion and Sense and Sensibility are also good. Of the remaining novels, the only one I really don't like is Northanger Abbey, but that's just a matter of taste. I know people who agree with me and others who like it fine. Enjoy!!
Oh, yes! I totally see your reasons for loving the book. I've been eyeing my copy again all day, wondering if I ought to do a reread now or wait till I've watched the A&E version. I think I'll watch the A&E version first. I would've popped the DVDs in already, but I think I'm going to wait till Josh gets home and see if I can rope him into it. He's read Jane Austen before, but not P&P. Not sure which. I know he liked the movie of Sense & Sensibility, though. Luckily, he was once a lit major, so he's got a lot more patience than some men for these types of books.
I also see your point about the recent movie version. The characters weren't painted as vividly as the book does, though at this point I'm just blaming that on time restrictions. I may change my mind later.
You know it was your original post about watching the P&P movie that inspired me to go watch it, then get the book? Thanks!
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As for future reads, P&P is my favorite by a huge margin, but Persuasion and Sense and Sensibility are also good. Of the remaining novels, the only one I really don't like is Northanger Abbey, but that's just a matter of taste. I know people who agree with me and others who like it fine. Enjoy!!
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I also see your point about the recent movie version. The characters weren't painted as vividly as the book does, though at this point I'm just blaming that on time restrictions. I may change my mind later.
You know it was your original post about watching the P&P movie that inspired me to go watch it, then get the book? Thanks!
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