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This would suggest that Austen uses the letters as a medium of the truth, exposing the character true feelings and relationships through the text in the letter.
Not only does Darcy expose his true feelings towards Elizabeth but also he reveals the truth behind Mr Bingley's departure and comments on Jane and Bingley's relationship.
However Darcy's language within the letter is rather forceful and aggressive, "further apology would be absurd". Austen uses a large amount of abstract nouns, "hope", "astonishment" and "justice". This helps us sympathise with Darcy, as it is as if he is opening his heart to the reader and Elizabeth. Because of this we begin to trust Darcy. Austen's lack of decorative literary devices provides a realistic view of the plot. Allowing the reader to focus on what is happening, not what is going on around it. It also makes Darcy's plea to Elizabeth more realistic and this enhances the readers' trust in the character.
In the letter Austen switches from the narrator that has given us Elizabeth's exclusive consciousness and character throughout the …show more content…
This narrative technique allows the reader to be far more analytical of the letter and the present situation. It also engages the reader and makes it far more personal. Up to this point, the reader has been inclined to accept Elizabeth's judgement of herself and others. When she receives the letter this changes and the reader, and Elizabeth
Not only does Darcy expose his true feelings towards Elizabeth but also he reveals the truth behind Mr Bingley's departure and comments on Jane and Bingley's relationship.
However Darcy's language within the letter is rather forceful and aggressive, "further apology would be absurd". Austen uses a large amount of abstract nouns, "hope", "astonishment" and "justice". This helps us sympathise with Darcy, as it is as if he is opening his heart to the reader and Elizabeth. Because of this we begin to trust Darcy. Austen's lack of decorative literary devices provides a realistic view of the plot. Allowing the reader to focus on what is happening, not what is going on around it. It also makes Darcy's plea to Elizabeth more realistic and this enhances the readers' trust in the character.
In the letter Austen switches from the narrator that has given us Elizabeth's exclusive consciousness and character throughout the …show more content…
This narrative technique allows the reader to be far more analytical of the letter and the present situation. It also engages the reader and makes it far more personal. Up to this point, the reader has been inclined to accept Elizabeth's judgement of herself and others. When she receives the letter this changes and the reader, and Elizabeth