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Manga Classics: Pride and Prejudice

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Great as always! I love the manga classics, they are such an easy way to consume classic literature with beautiful illustrations. I can't recommend this series enough!

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Beautifully done, so good to see the classics given a different "polish", so to speak. This would also appeal to the younger generation who are into manga.

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pride and prejudice is one of my favorite novels and I tend to enjoy most adaptations of it. this was no different. I've read several graphic novel versions of classic novels now but this series of manga classics is my favorite. they go into just enough details and do a good job expressing the heart and essence of the original without feeling overly abridged. plus the artwork is beautiful.

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I loved this adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. As a hard core Jane Austen fan, I'm hard to please when it comes to adaptations, but this version managed to keep the essence of the story, while also conforming to the format and style of manga. This is one of the best graphic adaptations I've ever read of any of Austen's works. I would recommend this book to Janeites as well as manga fans who are looking for an introduction to Jane Austen's work.

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This was a fun read, although definitely both simplified certain parts of the plot (and also dramatised it in a hilariously cringe worthy way at times!) It was nice to read this as a whole from start to finish in such a short period time, after having read Pride and Prejudice for so long. It was a fun, easy way to follow and understand the basis of the story. It was also my first ever manga, which was such a fun experience and definitely something I'll have to look into reading more of!

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Another great adaption of a classic! I wasn't very fond of the art for this one, but the script was adapted very well. This is a must read for Jane Austen fans.

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The first thing that struck me was how funny this version is - at first my reaction was 'This is a classic! It's not meant to be FUNNY!'... then I realised that it really was. This story has always been tongue in cheek, but this time it was with hilarious manga illustrations of Mrs Bennett's temper tantrums. As in, I was giggling like a lunatic levels of hilarious.

Of the three, this book had the most liberties taken with the storyline but it still worked, it cut out some of the subtleties about Mr Wickham's rakishness and made Lizzie more of a ball busting heroine.

By simplifying and abridging the dialogue in this story, I think it makes it far more accessible for readers who don't want to get too into it.

My final thought? Is there an anime version yet?! I'm dying to see it in animation.

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I recieved a review copy from Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.

I have already read a few books in the Manga Classics series. I really enjoy them. They are a great way to introduce younger readers to the classics in a way they will enjoy and hopefully inspire them to go on and read the original. I find it fun to see a Story I know told in a new format.

Pride and Prejudice has a storyline that translates well to manga. Plus, Mr. Darcy really is the original Tsundere character!

I found the art in this one a bit uneven, though.. Some pages look nice and others just serviceable. I like the art in some of the other Manga Classics much

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I like manga and I love the movie and the serie from Pride and Prejudice, but I didn't like the book. But this manga is amazing. It read fast and it was really nice. The artist and the writer both did an amazing job by giving this story yet another lovely adaption.

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Delightful read! This book was a great way to introduce a classic story to a new young audience, and a great way to reacquaint yourself with a beloved tale!

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Gorgeous illustration! Can't wait to see what other novels will be converted!

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5 out of 5 stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I loved this book! Manga Classics: Pride and Prejudice is exactly what it sounds like, a Manga adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. As a fan of Pride and Prejudice, and its many adaptations, I knew I had to read this book.
I’m always hesitant about reading Manga or Graphic Novels digitally, because it can make it harder to appreciate the art of the book. However, I was not disappointed. Manga Classics: Pride and Prejudice combines beautiful art with the classic Pride and Prejudice storyline.
One thing I really appreciated was the way that the comical parts of the story were brought out (especially when it came to Mr. Collins). It had me smiling whenever I read it. If you like Pride and Prejudice or Manga, I would definitely recommend picking this book up.
*I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

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I really like Manga Classics, don't get me wrong. but I STILL do not like Jane Austen. I'm probably biased when it comes to this, but I couldn't finish this. I did get a lot further into the story than I did with the original book, though, so there are good points.

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I love Pride and Prejudice and, just as expected, also loved this version! The art style was adorable and I really felt like the characters were representative of cannon. Will definitely consider reading another Manga Classic!

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I really liked this manga. Elizabeth and Jane were drawn really nicely, although I wasn't such a fan of how Darcy was drawn in the end. I think the manga did well in adapting Austen's original writing into manga format, though I wish it hadn't missed out on Georgiana and Elizabeth meeting, and some of the characters being adapted to manga style made me laugh, like Mr Collins.

However, I think the scenes with Elizabeth and Wickham weren't terribly necessary, though I did like how married Lydia was drawn and how the confrontation scene with Lady Catherine went.

This was an enjoyable adaptation of P&P nonetheless.

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I absolutely LOVE this! I've enjoyed all the Manga Classics I've read so far, but I think this one is my favorite! Pride and Prejudice is one of my favorite books, and this manga is just DELIGHTFUL. I've laughed so many times and I'm not even finished with it yet. Definitely going to buy this one for myself.

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First of all this is my first time to read Pride and Prejudice. I only ever saw the adaptation film of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies which had the major events covered and it helped a bit as I was reading this manga. Beyond that film I have no other idea about this popular novel by Jane Austen.

I find that this manga was very helpful. Whenever I want to read a classic I would turn to graphic novels now to spare myself the time of reading the full length novel. Not a lot of people read the classics anymore and I'd be fine by knowing enough rather than nothing at all.

The drawings on this manga were very wonderful, aristic, the women are beautiful, the men are handsome! I wish men were often drawn with Mr. Darcy's hair in this manga. His hair is fabulous!

For students who are tasked to write an essay on classics (who aren't really fond of reading lots of words) I suggest you pick up Mangas or Graphic Novels because they are quite helpful and easier to read. It takes a lot less time too!

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If you have read Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin then you know what this book is about. And if you haven't read it, then you still probably know what this is about. I enjoyed reading this and it was an interesting format to give me a good change of pace. If you haven't read this well loved classic because you either tried and couldn't get into it or this doesn't seem like your type of read, then I recommend giving the Manga version a try. The pictures give it a whole other level to the story.

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I'm a sucker for graphic novels, comics, and manga. When I saw 'manga classics' I knew I had to read them all. Pride & Prejudice was certainly first on my list. Of Course, I knew how the story would go. I'm sure very few people are unaware to how Jane Austen's novels end. That being said, I still wanted to read it in manga form. I thought they did it very well. Without a doubt, I will read more from the publisher. It was so adorable while staying true to the classic we all love. So glad I found these! If you're a manga and a classic lit fan, you'll love these! I know I did. :) I received this manga for an honest review, but as always, my thoughts are my own.

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I love the classic of Pride and Prejudice so much. So when I stumble across this Manga version of Pride and Prejudice, I knew I had to read it. I will be buying this book as soon as I can to have an actual copy.

I love how Animation was used to tell the beautiful love story of Darcy and Lizzy. It has the same heart felt feeling of the classic from Jane Austen. This just made me love the original story even more. Darcy and Lizzy are one of my favorite classic couples. I love how easy this manga makes it, to reread the story of Pride and Prejudice. I will suggest this copy to anyone and everyone.

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