Jane Austen and Characterization
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Pride and Prejudice
A novel by Jane Austen published in 1813, originally written as 'First Impressions'.
Characterization
The literary element that involves revealing a character's personality through direct or indirect means.
Direct Characterization
A method where the author explicitly describes a character's traits.
Indirect Characterization
A method where the author hints at a character's traits through their words, thoughts, actions, or other characters' reactions.
Posthumously
Published after the author's death; refers to Jane Austen's novels 'Northanger Abbey' and 'Persuasion'.
Anonymous publication
Jane Austen published her works without revealing her identity, using 'By a Lady' on title pages.
Vanity vs Pride
According to Austen, pride is about self-opinion while vanity concerns how others perceive us.
Steventon, Hampshire
The birthplace of Jane Austen where she lived during her early years.
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