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姓  名 吳宜臻 學  校 基隆市私立二信高級中學 年  級 應外英二 年 忠 班

 

 

Pride and Prejudice

I think《Pride and Prejudice》is not only a love story, but also a novel reflecting the society at that time. Children were taught to marry the rich, and they pursued fame and profit and were cold-hearted. The only thing in their eyes was money. However, in terms of parents, they just wanted to protect their children and wished them a stable life. In my opinion, this starting point was not wrong. It was the children themselves that would face their own lives. So, there is no need to scold or doubt the decisions they made. After all, they should be responsible for the result themselves.

Finishing reading the novel, I just learn something about how to communicate with others. In the story, Darcy’s pride and Elizabeth’s prejudice resulted in the misunderstanding and distance between them. If Darcy hadn’t resolved it, they would have hated each other for good. Actually, in spite of love or friendship, it is hard to avoid the dispute with others. In case of insulting directly when you quarrel with someone, not only can’t you solve the problem, but it will lead to a permanent regret. So, you should calm down first, try to stand in his shoes, and communicate with him sincerely. Maybe in this way, the result will be totally different.

Love doesn’t mean the whole life, but it is a large part of it for most of the people. Though Darcy and Elizabeth’s love had some obstacles, they overcame together. Because of it, they treasured each other even more. In the real life, it is difficult to find someone who loves you and who you love like Darcy and Elizabeth. Everyone must have loved someone and been loved by someone. If he is besides you, you are very fortunate and have to cherish him. Don’t miss him due to a few little things, and then regret for the rest of your life. Oppositely, if he’s no more in your heart, at least you have grown into a better person thanks to him.

George who had been acquainted with Darcy since childhood played an important role in the story. He put about the rumor, which made Elizabeth hate Darcy and lead to the serious understanding. But for Darcy’s explanation, they would have brushed past each other. In the society or even workplace, some people unscrupulously harm others just because of his personal benefit just like George. Although he will get what he wants in the end, such as fame and money, in fact, his heart is very empty. Besides, people around him won’t respect him sincerely. No one can share the joy and face the difficulty together with him. The only friend that he has is unemotional money. Will he really be happy?

After reading the novel, I told myself that I should cherish more what I had, and put more emphasis on the future I would encounter. Treat anything or anyone around me more sincerely. No matter love or friendship, we should think even more clearly when making a decision, lest we regret what have done.