They gradually ascended for half a mile, and then found themselves at the top of a considerable eminence, where the wood ceased, and the eye was instantly caught by Pemberley …show more content…
Without the sight of Pemberley House, chances are that Elizabeth would not have fallen for Mr. Darcy and certainly would not have made the decision to marry him. While it is true that falling for a house can be deemed equal to falling for a fantasy, just like every woman in her era, Elizabeth subconsciously fell for Mr. Darcy’s wealth and by doing so, she changed her entire perception of him – ultimately allowing him to become the person she desired him to be. Fact is that Elizabeth made the choice to marry into the upper class, against her family’s expectations, and therefore can still be considered a feminist character. Her love for Pemberley House does not affect her