FICTION

Pride & Prejudice: The Graphic Novel

by Jane AUSTEN
adapted by Lawrence Sach. illus. by Rajesh Nagulakonda. 108p. Campfire. 2013. pap. $16.99. ISBN 9789380028743.
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Gr 8 Up—Set in a time in which women were at the mercy of the arrangements made for them by their families, this story of the romantic courtship of Darcy and Elizabeth will resonate with readers. Though this adaptation conveys the language of the time and the story is true to form, the artwork lacks a certain appeal. There are some instances where characters are indiscernible and lack definition. However, the flow of the story is easy to follow, making it a good resource for students who find Austen difficult to decipher. Pairing this version with Nancy Butler's Pride & Prejudice (Marvel, 2009) would make a great lesson on comparing and contrasting revisions and adaptations. Students interested in Austen may read this title of their own accord, but others will need to be led to it.—Mariela Siegert, Westfield Middle School, Bloomingdale, IL
Reviewed by Mariela Siegert , Jan 01, 2014

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