The book starts with a terrific line, undeniably quoted a few hundred thousand times: "It is a truth universally acknowledged that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife" (Chapter I). ... The first few entertaining chapters reveal the antics of Mr. & Mrs. ... Respect, esteem, and confidence had vanished for ever; and all his views of domestic happiness were overthrown" (Chapter XLII). ... Collins's character, connections, and situation in life, I am convinced that my chance of happiness with him is as fair, as most people can boast on entering ...

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• Grade Level: High School