18 | Wait, what if Mr. Bennet wasn’t ever the good parent? #morallygray

Reconsidering the "fun, sarcastic dad" of Pride and Prejudice — and why his charm might be covering for some serious neglect. Why being funnier than Mrs. Bennet isn't the same as being a good father What he saw coming with Lydia, and why he let it happen anyway A personal detour: discovering this book at nine, thanks to a dog in a tiny cravat Discussion prompt: Too harsh on Mr. Bennet, or right on the money? Bring your citations to the Society of Kindred Spirits. You can keep up with all my doings at http://worderella.com/links