Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Jane Austen creates a modern kind of work through Pride and Prejudice. Although set long ago, the reader finds that the situation the characters find themselves in is prevalent to all people, for love is something everyone encounters. Under the fanciness of 18th century society and way of life, Austen's characters are quite ordinary characters whose personalities can still be found today. Like people today, they must endure problems …
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…they may have made mistakes in the past can be forgiven. Mr. Darcy, when he does not exhibit Christian behavior goes punished for his actions through Elizabeth's rejection. However, when he learns humility and is taken off of his pedestal, through the virtuous act of saving the Bennets from humiliation and social disaster, he is rewarded with Elizabeth's love. Likewise, Elizabeth demonstrates the ability to forgive, and learn to love someone who she formerly despised.