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Pride and Prejudice
- Narrated by: Rosamund Pike
- Series: Audible's Jane Austen
- Length: 11 hrs and 35 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Classics
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Publisher's Summary
One of Jane Austen’s most beloved works, Pride and Prejudice, is vividly brought to life by Academy Award nominee Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl). In her bright and energetic performance of this British classic, she expertly captures Austen’s signature wit and tone. Her attention to detail, her literary background, and her performance in the 2005 feature film version of the novel provide the perfect foundation from which to convey the story of Elizabeth Bennet, her four sisters, and the inimitable Mr. Darcy.
In Pride and Prejudice, the Bennet sisters try to find their way in the repressive strictures of 19th-century society. Austen shows the folly of judging by first impressions and the experience of falling in love, and she superbly describes a world which, despite being more than two centuries old, still resonates with modern concerns.
Critic Reviews
"British actress Rosamund Pike is the perfect choice to narrate this novel of manners, and listening to her voice each of the iconic characters is great fun.... Austen's many devotees will savor this first-rate version of her charming novel." ( AudioFile)
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- Belinda
- 23-08-2016
Wonderful reading of a gorgeous book
Rosamund Pike is brilliant. Her voicing of characters is spot on especially the simpering Mr Collins and imperious Lady Catherine
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- Anonymous User
- 30-05-2017
annoyingly brilliant
Having as little affection for high society as I do, I was always reticent to read this book. I find that I now detest myself for enjoying it so much and I believe I judged it unfairly. The tête-à-tête between the two main characters was enthralling and laced with double meaning. On a more simplistic note I learned about half a dozen new words. Jane Austen's critique of high society and its trappings was piercing and I should have given her more credit.
in addition, Rosamund Pike's narration was exceptional.
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- Brigid
- 17-03-2017
Beautiful narration of classic story
Beautifully narrated which did justice to the classic wit and brilliance of Austen's celebrated work.
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- Nic, Aust
- 06-01-2017
Fun story enhanced by Narrator!
Would you consider the audio edition of Pride and Prejudice to be better than the print version?
We had a long (10 hour) car drive, and the audio book was a perfect way for my daughter to complete her prescribed school book on the way (she gets car-sick reading). I love the story too, and we enjoyed listening together!
What about Rosamund Pike’s performance did you like?
We found both the speed of Rosamund Pike's narration and her character voices just right. I think any slower would have made the language too laborious for us.
Any additional comments?
I have found that audio books are a great way for teenagers to tackle the classics that are often set for school. The language can sometimes be cumbersome for them to read, but the audio format is more accessible, and they can go back to the text more easily once they have heard the book. Highly recommend it - we're doing The Great Gatsby next!
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- Suzanne
- 17-02-2016
Simply Wonderful!
Would you listen to Pride and Prejudice again? Why?
It is a classic story and I think that every time I read or listen to it there is something more I get out of it
What was one of the most memorable moments of Pride and Prejudice?
As much as it is not enjoyable for Lizzie, I do love to hear about the shenanigans of her family at the Netherfield ball or in town.
Which character – as performed by Rosamund Pike – was your favourite?
Jane - I couldnt help but imagine her from the movie also
If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
It was her captivating eyes!
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- Anonymous User
- 22-08-2019
Great romance
Most memorable moment was when darcy expressed his feelings. My heart was pouncing the whole time. No sexual desires, no motives, no plotting just a very innocent romance based solemly on Darcy and Elizabeth's pure feelings. Loved it😍😊
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- Sally-Ann Andrew
- 11-08-2019
Perfection
I could only have enjoyed this more if Jane Austen herself had narrated it. I was gripped and dazzled despite knowing the story very well. Absolutely beautiful.
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- Samantha
- 08-10-2016
Fantastic story, fantastic reading!
I thoroughly enjoyed Rosamund's reading of this story and through this audiobook, Pride and Prejudice has become my most beloved story! Rosamund did such a fantastic job that I really, really wish that she would read aloud more of Jane Austen's works in the very near future!
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- Teesha Coot
- 30-07-2019
Love Rosamund Pike.
Narrator was fabulous. Just the right person for this book. Deffinately recommend. Jane austen is amazing. And Rosamund Pike does wonders for this book.
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- Bethany
- 30-07-2019
Rosamund Pike's familiarity strikes perfection
Rosamund Pike's familiarity with the story by playing as Jane Bennett, draws all interest perfectly for a stunning delivery of such an iconic tale.
Each chapter paints an imaginative visual for great understanding, enjoyment and satisfaction, leaving listeners hungry for more.
Easy to listen and finish with this perfect narrator.
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- Dylan
- 07-02-2017
Rosamund Pike = Perfection
Would you listen to Pride and Prejudice again? Why?
I would. Its a classic story and enjoyable each and every time. Rosamund Pike just has the most perfect voice to narrate this story!
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
It wasn't - sadly a little too long for one go.
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- Akela
- 09-12-2015
A perfect narration of a perfect book
Where does Pride and Prejudice rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
This is the second edition of Pride and Prejudice that I purchased - I already have an older version (different narrator) and I am so glad that I saw Rosamund Pike's name and immediately bought this one. It is absolute perfection. It has long been one my favorite books but with her priceless narration if is certainly going to be on of the Beloved ones.
Which character – as performed by Rosamund Pike – was your favorite?
Practically all of them. She is a brilliant narrator with magnificent voice and managed to make even Mrs Bennet tolerable - not a small feat in itself. Her Mr Bennet is fantastic (actually I think she did it better than Sutherlend's performance in the 2005 movie) - she managed to subtly underline a hint of malevolence in his humor which I personally think is there and most people do not pay attention to.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
It made me smile in sheer sensual pleasure all the time I listened to it (could not stop and listened through the night).
Any additional comments?
A wonderful audio book, simply wonderful. I hope this is not the last time I listen to something narrated by Rosamund Pike.
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- K Kimpe
- 05-02-2020
Cant stand narration!
Narration was horrible! I couldn't force myself to listen to more then 15 mins of the book.
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- J. Wilson
- 07-03-2016
Smiling as I clean
Having loved the story since high school lit class, I have read my tattered copy of Pride & Prejudice nearly every year. I have etched out time to indulge in the long A & E movie version and when time eludes, enjoy the latest 2-hour version. Yet I have known that the vocabulary and its rightful owners had to be abridged and reassigned in the screenplays.
When I saw that Rosamund Pike (actress who portrayed Jane in latest movie) had recorded for Audible, I immediately put the book and a pair of headphones on my wish list.
Birthday gifts did not disappoint, and I have cleaned my house top to bottom, folded laundry, sat for a spell, all the while thoroughly enjoying this audio version. Ms Pike's voicings have made me smile and laugh out loud. Her Mr. Collins and Lady Catherine are hilarious. The encounters at Rosings were some of my favorites. What a treat to get the whole story in dramatic form. I feel satisfied and look forward to listening again and again.
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- Amazon Customer
- 04-03-2016
Beautiful story, beautiful voice but . . .
Would you try another book from Jane Austen and/or Rosamund Pike?
Yes to Jane Austen, and no to Rosamund Pike.
What other book might you compare Pride and Prejudice to and why?
Sense and Sensibility
Would you be willing to try another one of Rosamund Pike’s performances?
No
If this book were a movie would you go see it?
Yes
Any additional comments?
The book is one of my favorites, but Rosamund Pike with her beautiful voice didn't do it justice. Some of her character voices were pretty bad, and sometimes she talked so fast you couldn't enjoy the prose. I was disappointed in this particular audiobook because of her performance. I'm a fan but sorry, Ms. Pike.
14 people found this helpful
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- Syd Young
- 29-02-2016
The Best. Ever.
Move over favorite P&P! This offering is the best I've heard, hands down, plus I could picture them all as they were in the movie that Rosamund was in (playing Jane). I thought I was done with this book. Rosamund showed me otherwise. Austen's powers soar with this reading.
12 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Blanca
- 08-12-2015
Ear candy
Would you consider the audio edition of Pride and Prejudice to be better than the print version?
Not better necessarily, but as an American, it certainly adds to the feel of Jane Austen. So, actually, maybe yes, better than the print. Best if read while you listen to it!
What about Rosamund Pike’s performance did you like?
I mean...the moment she opens her mouth it's like silk. Trying to change my voice for our daughter every time I read a good book gets difficult, and tiring, and sometimes I forget which voice I used for which character. This is one of my favorite books everrrrrr, and so as not to spoil it for our 11-year-old, Rosamund delights the imagination as we read along.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No, more like as background, but only because I've seen the movies and read the book repeatedly.
55 people found this helpful
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Overall1 out of 5 stars
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- A Kolonics
- 07-02-2020
The voice for Mrs. Be
I could not get past the second chapter since the voice of Mrs Bennet was awful to my ears. I know she is supposed to be a somewhat annoying character, however, the voice that the narrator used for her character was unbearable.. I will try another narrator and hope for better luck.
5 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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- Jessica Smith
- 04-01-2016
Almost A Perfect Performance
Rosamund Pike's voice was a great addition to the slew of Pride and Prejudice narrators. While her narrator voice is beautiful, and her main characters voices are lovely, her ancillary character voices are WEIRD. Watch out, Maria Lucas has a lisp. And a strange one at that.
At first her voices for these extras was pretty distracting, but I think Pike made up for it with how well she reads the rest of this novel of perfection.
33 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- David Arnett
- 10-12-2015
An exceptional narration of a great novel.
If you could sum up Pride and Prejudice in three words, what would they be?
Character, manners, and folly.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Elizabeth Bennet is the story.
What about Rosamund Pike’s performance did you like?
She gives a lively and nuanced reading, showing a well-known story in a fresh aspect.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes, but I forced myself to go slower and enjoy the details.
Any additional comments?
I am familiar with P&P, and have the Lindsay Duncan performance, which I like, and had thought was the best available. Now I believe the Rosamund Pike narration is even better, more lively, subtle and interesting.
27 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Marilize
- 12-12-2015
Loved Rosamund
Loved Rosamund's narration - there are so many versions of this book in film and actors, but I truly enjoyed how she'd done it. I hope she will do many more books - especially, perhapd, classics?
23 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- katherine
- 30-01-2016
Perfect
One of my all time favourite books beautifully read. If you love this book I don't think you'll be disappointed.
24 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- petra.freedom
- 19-01-2016
My favorite classic
Pride and Prejudice will always be my favorite book of them all. I have read it so many times and now listened to it for the first..because when I saw Rosamund's name, I just had to buy it. And I was not disappointed. Her voice were amazing, I extremely loved her portrayal of the ever annoying Mrs. Bennett.
10 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Lydia
- 19-12-2015
Rosamund makes this even more wonderful!
So enjoyed reading this classic, and this was the best way to do it. Everything was 5 stars, especially the narration
20 people found this helpful
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- Kat M
- 30-03-2016
Rosamund pike <3
Jane Austen's words and Rosamund's voice equals perfection. A really wonderful listen that I didn't want to end.
Just stunning!
8 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Kindle Customer
- 22-01-2016
A great performance of a classic. Now Whispersync
Anyone who loves the classics in audio book needs to know about Whispersync regardless of if you choose to use it or not. The reason for this is that Audible usually gives a drastically reduced price for people who have the kindle edition of a book and since the majority of the classics are free on kindle, books like Pride and Prejudice and hopefully David Copperfield when it's brought out, become incredibly cheap when they are made Whispersync. So if you haven't already, I'd suggest going to Amazon and 'buying' the free edition of Pride and Prejudice, then seeing the price difference on here before you choose to spend your credit on it.
Review
Just perfect, I couldn't believe how good Rosamund Pike's voice acting talents are, I knew she'd be brilliant at the women but to manage to do such a good job with all the different ranges of the men too was really something. **spoiler**As for that ballroom scene where every single member of her family embarrasses Elisabeth apart from Jane, I've never felt the need to cringe like that when reading the book or watching the series. Pike brings the whole thing to life pulling no punches, even in her portrayal of Mr Bennett, who though much beloved by his daughters and usually seen through rose tinted glasses, does hold a large amount of blame for the difficulties that befall his daughters in the book.
16 people found this helpful
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Overall2 out of 5 stars
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Performance1 out of 5 stars
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Story5 out of 5 stars
- Sir Henry
- 30-01-2018
Oh Dear!
Any additional comments?
I bought this version of Pride and Prejudice because of the fabulous reviews about Rosamund Pike’s narration and, goodness, was I wrong to do this. Her performance was almost comical for the voices portraying men and the voice she came up with for Mrs Bennet bordered on something you might hear a child performing at the local school play. I don’t want to be this insulting about Ms Pike but I feel like I’ve been misled into buying a version of this book that I find irritating to listen to. The language is so beautiful and it needs to be delivered as naturally as possible in a clear and precise manner. Ms Pike stumbles awkwardly over the words for the male characters and seems to run out of breath during many of the speeches eventually mumbling into an incoherent hum. I really don’t know why there are so many rave reviews about her performance but don’t buy this version is you want a decent delivery.
18 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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- njw54
- 27-01-2016
a classic revisited
loved it; the language is just wonderful, beautifully read by Rosamund Pike, a trip back in time
5 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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- Elizabeth
- 15-12-2015
Brilliantly narrated classic!
Pike performed wonderfully, such a pleasure to listen to! Only Mrs Bennet was slightly irritating vocally...otherwise - flawless!
11 people found this helpful
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Overall2 out of 5 stars
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Performance1 out of 5 stars
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Story3 out of 5 stars
- Amazon Customer
- 19-12-2018
Disappointed
I downloaded this book on the basis of other reviews, but I was sorely disappointed. Ms Pikes voice was monotone and her range of ‘voices’ very limited. I am always careful to read the reviews and choose books whose narrators have good ones which is important in an audio book.
7 people found this helpful
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