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Pride and Prejudice (version 3)

Pride and Prejudice (version 3)

Jane Austen 61 Episodes Aug 23, 2026

Pride and Prejudice is Jane Austen's most celebrated novel, beginning with the iconic line about a single man in possession of a good fortune. Originally titled First Impressions, it was written between 1796 and 1797 and published in 1813. This classic story of love, class, and reputation is narrated in this audiobook version.

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