Pride and Predjudice Marriages

Pride and Prejudice Marriages
“It is a truth universally acknowledged that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife.”(P 5) Used to begin the novel, Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austin, this phrase is also a key line for the comparison of marriage as it is portrayed throughout this story. It is greatly presented, especially by Mrs. Bennet, that money, during the time this book was written, is the most important factor when getting married. However, there can be many other reasons for a couple to live in holy matrimony. Whether it is for convenience, out of foolishness, or pure love, Austin presents many exceptions to the rule of marrying for money.
When Charlotte Lucas decides to marry Mr. Collins, Elizabeth thinks it to be out of foolishness on Charlotte’s part, however, it is simply out of convenience. While talking to Elizabeth she replies, “I am not romantic, you know. I never was. I ask only a comfortable home; and considering Mr. ...