I realized that Mrs. Bennet is an extremely materialistic person. I would like to admit that Mrs. Bennet is not similar to most mothers, therefore my previous post is proven wrong. I sensed her greediness when she said "Dining out [with Bingley] is very lucky (p.22)." She is also very strategic because she "obliged [Jane] to go on horseback (p.22)," just to get her sick so she won't be able to come back. Fortunately, the smartest girl in the Bennet's family, Elizabeth, smelled her plan out and said "But if you have got them (horses) to-day, my mother's purpose will be answered (p.22)."
The plot of this novel got more complex after introducing Mr. Darcy's loveline with Elizabeth, only that she denied his attraction towards her. I can't help but say Mr. Darcy is an undecisive man and surely a guy who can't attract women. Apparently he is described as a guy "[who] has no defect. He owns it himself without disguise (p.43)." Sure, he is rich, and physically attractive, but he is arrogant and overly demanding.
Although this book was written a few hundred years ago, I am shocked by how Jane Austen pin pointed the flaws of the society in such an impressive way. It is undeniable that social status is still an imporant factor among capitalistic countries - arrogance continues to derive from one's social/financial background. Yet this time I want to highlight Mrs. Bennet's sick greediness, and her overly protective attitude among her daughters.
I know a friend of mine who is suffering from exceedingly demanding parents. She is the type of person whom we call "amiable." Her parents are wealthy, and they order her not to hang out with peole who are less wealthy. As a friend, I understand the situation and try my best not to expose my friendship to her parents. The problem occurs with people who doesn't know her much - they usually isolate her due to her self-restrainment. Things like this should not happen, and I believe that's what Mrs. Bennet is leading her daughters into.
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