Pride and Prejudice
This task is given by Megha ma'am
1. Compare the narrative strategy of the novel and movie.
Here, The picture of the film adaptation of 2005 directed by Joe Wright. Let discuss the narrative language of the novel and film adaptation:
Here’s a detailed comparison of the narrative strategies used in Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice (the novel) and its film adaptations:
1. Point of View
Novel:
The novel is narrated from a third-person omniscient perspective, providing insight into the thoughts and feelings of various characters, especially Elizabeth Bennet. This allows for a deeper understanding of motivations and internal conflicts.
Movie:
Film adaptations often utilize a more objective viewpoint, relying on visual storytelling. The internal thoughts of characters are conveyed through actions, dialogue, and visual cues rather than direct exposition, which can lead to a more superficial understanding of their motivations.
2. Tone and Irony
Novel:
Austen's writing is characterized by its wit, irony, and social critique. The narrator's voice often provides humorous commentary on societal norms and character behavior, enriching the text with layers of meaning.
Movie:
While films can maintain a humorous tone, the subtleties of Austen’s irony may be lost. The reliance on visuals and performances can lead to a more straightforward interpretation of events, with less room for the ironic commentary present in the novel.
3. Character Development
Novel:
The novel allows for gradual character development. Readers witness Elizabeth’s evolving perceptions of Darcy and her own prejudices over time, enriched by introspection and detailed dialogue.
Movie:
Due to time constraints, films often condense character arcs. Key moments are highlighted, but the slower development and intricate motivations present in the novel may be sacrificed, making character transformations feel abrupt.
4. Themes and Social Commentary
Novel:
Themes of class, marriage, and gender roles are explored in depth. Austen critiques social norms through detailed character interactions, internal monologues, and narrative commentary.
Movie:
Films may simplify or emphasize the romantic plot at the expense of the broader social critique. While class and gender themes are present, they often take a backseat to the love story, resulting in a less nuanced portrayal of societal issues.
5. Pacing and Structure
Novel:
The pacing is deliberate, allowing for multiple subplots and detailed exploration of secondary characters, such as Jane and Bingley or Lydia and Wickham. This complexity enhances the narrative.
Movie:
Film adaptations must streamline the plot, focusing primarily on Elizabeth and Darcy’s relationship. Subplots are often reduced or eliminated, which can diminish the richness of the story.
6. Emotional Intimacy and Romance
Novel:
The romantic relationship between Elizabeth and Darcy develops gradually, marked by mutual respect and understanding. Austen’s subtlety allows for deeper emotional resonance over time.
Movie:
Films tend to heighten emotional intensity through dramatic visuals and music. Key romantic moments are often more theatrical, which can create a sense of urgency that differs from the novel's measured approach.
7. Narrative Techniques
Novel:
Austen employs dialogue, letters, and narrative commentary to convey key themes and character insights. This allows for an exploration of individual thoughts and societal critiques.
Movie:
Cinematography, acting, and visual settings play a significant role in storytelling. Internal conflicts are shown rather than told, which can lead to a different interpretation of characters’ emotions and motivations.
Conclusion
While both the novel and film adaptations of Pride and Prejudice tell the same essential story, their narrative strategies differ significantly due to the constraints and possibilities of each medium. The novel's depth, irony, and character exploration contrast with the film's visual storytelling and emotional dramatization, leading to unique experiences for the audience in each format.
2.Write an illustration of the society of Jane Austen's time.
Here some rules of Austen's time society in the novel, Let discuss it in detail:
☆ General Behavior:
● Man walks outside of stricks .
● Not acceptance of biting nails.
● Do not laugh loudly and sit crossed legs.
● Gloves are not allow in supper and permission was not allowed to women for above ankles skirts.
☆ Greeting:
● Man wait for acknowledging of woman
first than he has tip his cap and hand away.
● When you have higher rank person your self introduce is rude.
● A man who familiar with a woman and want to speak he walking with jet speaks.
● Someone greets you , Your response will be kind.
☆ Travelling:
● Lady never call a man alone.
● Visitors should give advance arrival ( Mr. Collins to Mr. Bannet) .
● Gentlemen never seat next to Lady.
● A Lady under thirty years old should not walk alone without another Lady, man or servant unless walking to Church in early morning.
☆ Dancing/ Balls:
● A Lady never dances more two dance with same partner.
● Invitation of Lady from man is rude.
● A man at a ball is expected to dance if
there are any Lady not already engaged.
☆ Status of women in the Aristocracy:
● High class lady’s profession not acceptable.
● Women activities were reading, riding, singing , playing piano, sewing, dancing, playing music etc.
● If a woman does not want to marry , She forced to rely on the charity of her male relatives.
● Married woman inherits becomes the property of her husband.
● Home studies, wifely duty are academic rather than study.
☆ Conversation:
● It appropriate to your gender , age and class.
● Shouting, arguing or whistling are forbidden.
● Woman should not debate .
● If you talking with high social standing be polite but not overly familiar.
● It is not polite to discuss money or the advantage of a particular marriage in public.
Thus , We can say that there are some rules of society during Jane Austen's time.
3.What if Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth never got together? What if Lydia's elopement had a different outcome? Explore the consequences of these changes and write alternative endings to the novel.
If Lydia's elopement not found by Mr.Darcy , His and Elizabeth’s marriage were not possible. Then Elizabeth will be reject Darcy because her and her family's reputation. Also, Jane Bannet's marriage life will not running smoothly. In the end of the novel we can't find the happy marriage life of all couples. So , The end of the novel will be difficult without Lydia's elopement found by Mr. Darcy and also engagement of Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth.
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