The Ball as a Narrative Device in Pride and Prejudice.doc

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Abstract

 

In Jane Austen’ s Pride and Prejudice, ballroom dancing scenes are not only seen as a social arena for different characters, but employed as a vital narrative device in the novel. This thesis aims to highlight the importance of the ball in the development of the plot through analyses of two major ball scenes which realistically reflect the social customs of Austen’s time.

 

Keywords: Jane Austen; ball; socialization; narrative; realism

 

Contents

Abstract

摘  要

1. Introduction-1

1.1 Jane Austen and Pride and Prejudice-1

1.2 Relevant research in China-1

1.3 Relevant research in the world-2

2. Socio-historical Background of the Ball-4

2.1 Development and characteristics of the ball in the 19th century-4

2.2 Social functions of the ballroom dance-5

3. Ballroom scenes in Pride and Prejudice-7

3.1 The ball in Meryton-7

3.2 The ball in Netherfield-8

4. Austen’s use of the ball as a narrative device-11

4.1 Effects of the ball in Austen’s narrative style-11

5. Conclusion-13

References-14

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