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Distinguish between the themes of ‘Pride and Prejudice’ and ‘Jane Eyre’ novels written by Jane Austen and Charlotte Bronte respectively.

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Points of distinction between ‘Pride and Prejudice’ and ‘Jane Eyre’-Pride and Prejudice –

(i) The novel of Jane Austen gives us a glimpse of ***** in genteel rural society.

(ii) They make us think about a society which encouraged ***** to look for good marriages and find wealthy or propertied husbands.

(iii) The main characters were preoccupied with marriage and money as typified in Austen society.

Jane Eyre –

(i) The main character broke established norms of society before adjusting to them.

(ii) Character is shown as independent and assertive.

(iii) Encouraged ***** readers to sympathize with rebellious actions.

(iv) Any other relevant point. Any three points of distinction to be mentioned.

Detailed Answer :

The shift from hand printing to mechanical printing is known as the print revolution.

(i) It led to the growth and development in technique and production of books and generated a new reading habit and book culture.

(ii) It transformed the lives of people by opening the door of knowledge to a vast literate population.

(iii) It encouraged debates and discussions on written texts and encouraged freedom of opinion on important issues.

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