Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 6: Darcy Begins to Notice Elizabeth

As Jane Bennet and Mr. Bingley grow closer, Elizabeth and Charlotte Lucas discuss the risks of hiding one’s feelings in matters of love. Charlotte takes a practical view of courtship, while Elizabeth remains confident that Jane and Bingley have time to understand one another.In Chapter 6 of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, Mr. Darcy also finds himself increasingly drawn to Elizabeth. What began as indifference gives way to admiration for her intelligence, playfulness, and expressive eyes, even as Elizabeth continues to see him as proud and disagreeable.Key topics:Jane Bennet and Mr. Bingley’s growing relationshipElizabeth and Charlotte’s different views on courtshipDarcy’s changing opinion of ElizabethElizabeth’s wit and playful personalityLove, attraction, and first impressions