Pride and Prejudice (Illustrated by Charles Edmund Brock with an Introduction by William Dean Howells)

Set in the early 19th century English countryside, the narrative follows Elizabeth Bennet, one of five unmarried sisters, as she navigates societal expectations and personal relationships. The arrival of wealthy Charles Bingley and his aloof friend Fitzwilliam Darcy at Netherfield Park sparks a series of events that challenge Elizabeth's initial judgments. As she confronts her prejudices, a complex romance unfolds between her and Darcy. This enduring classic features an introduction by William Dean Howells and illustrations by Charles Edmund Brock.