Chapter 35 of Pride and Prejudice: A Revealing Letter

TLDRElizabeth receives a letter from Darcy explaining his actions and motivations, including his concerns for Bingley's relationship with Jane and Wickham's deceitful behavior. He also reveals his intervention to protect his sister Georgiana from Wickham's advances. The letter marks a turning point in the plot, providing clarity and deepening understanding of Darcy's character.

Key insights

💌Darcy's letter to Elizabeth reveals his true character and motivations.

🔍Darcy expresses concern for Bingley's relationship with Jane and his own intervention to protect his friend.

💔Wickham's deceitful behavior and attempted elopement with Georgiana are exposed.

🤔Elizabeth's dismissal of Charlotte's advice reflects her overconfidence in her judgment.

💡The letter deepens readers' understanding of Darcy's character and motivations.

Q&A

What does Darcy reveal in his letter?

Darcy explains his concerns for Bingley's relationship with Jane, his intervention to protect his sister Georgiana from Wickham, and his motivations for initially influencing Bingley's decision.

Why did Wickham squander the inheritance he received from the elder Darcy?

Wickham wasted the money on gambling and did not pursue the career in the clergy he had promised.

What was Darcy's role in preventing Wickham's elopement with Georgiana?

Darcy intervened in time to protect his sister and prevent the disastrous elopement.

What does Elizabeth's dismissal of Charlotte's advice indicate?

Elizabeth's dismissal demonstrates her overconfidence in her own judgment.

How does Darcy's letter contribute to the plot of Pride and Prejudice?

The letter marks a turning point in the plot, providing clarity and deepening understanding of Darcy's character.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Elizabeth receives a revealing letter from Darcy.

00:08Darcy expresses concerns about Bingley's relationship with Jane and his motivations for influencing Bingley's decision.

00:14Wickham's deceitful behavior and attempted elopement with Georgiana are exposed.

00:29Darcy clarifies his role in Bingley's departure and gives his version of Wickham's account of the past.

01:05Darcy's claims about Jane's feelings for Bingley echo Charlotte's advice.

01:25Elizabeth's dismissal of Charlotte's advice reflects her overconfidence in her own judgment.