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1、AbstractAbstractPride and Prejudice is one of Austins masterpieces. The description of the four marriages reflects the real life of British society at that time. Austin also reflects her feminist tendencies in her works, as can be seen in the description of male characters in this article. Austin al

2、so made great contributions to the feminist research at that time and now. This article will study Pride and Prejudice from the perspective of feminism and explore Austins feminist ideas. Observe the male image in Austins pen. Take Collins as an example and combine the background of the British era

3、at that time. Summarize Austins feminist spirit.Key words : Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen, Mr. Collins, Feminism.VI摘要摘要傲慢与偏见是奥斯汀的代表作之一。通过对四段婚姻的描写来体现出当时英国社会的真实生活。奥斯汀在其作品中也体现了她的女性主义倾向，在本文对男性角色的描写就可以看出。奥斯汀也为当时乃至现在的女性主义研究做了很大的贡献。本文将从女性主义的视角，研究傲慢与偏见，探究奥斯汀的女性主义思想。观察奥斯汀笔下的男性形象，以柯林斯为例，结合当时英国的时代背景.总结出奥斯汀的

4、女性主义精神。 关键词：傲慢与偏见, 简奥斯丁，柯林斯先生，女性主义，ContentsContentsAbstractI摘要IIContentsIIIChapter 1 Introduction1Chapter 2 Research Design32.1 Purpose of the research32.2 Significance of the research32.3 Research approaches4Chapter3 Introduction to feminism and approaches of feminist53.1 Definition of feminism53.2

5、 Researches on feminism home and abroad5Chapter4：Analysis of Pride and Prejudice from the feminist perspective64.1 Marriages in Pride and Prejudice64.1.1 Collins and Charlottes Marriage64.1.2 LydiaandWickhamsMarriage64.1.3 Jane and Mr. Bingleys Marriage74.1.4 Jane and Mr. Bingleys Marriage74.2 Inter

6、preting Mr Collins from a Feminist Perspective74.2.1 Mr. Collins attitudes toward different status and property74.2.2 Mr. Collins attitude towards marriage74.2.3 Mr. Collins roles in the family8Chapter 5 Conclusion10Bibliography11Acknowledgments12AnAnalysisofFeminisminPrideand PrejudiceChapter 1 Int

7、roductionJane Austen has been an outstanding English novelist since the early 1790s. She authored six novels, each put into a movie. Through translation into many languages, all these languages have been introduced into the rest of the world. Jane Austen is a true character painter and should be cla

8、ssified with those who are closest to Shakespeare in this regard (Austin, 2001).Jane Austen live in Steventon, Hampshire and she was born on December 16, 1775. He grew up during the Enlightenment. Her father is owned by Dean and Steventon, two neighboring parishes in Hampshire. She has a happy famil

9、y, blessing and wisdom from parents. In 1782, Jane and her sister received education in Cooper. Austin has no formal education, but she likes to read, and he has gained a lot of knowledge from the book. The reading habits of the family had a great impact on Austin. No matter what type of book she li

10、kes to read. She is fluent in French, Italian, and has also read novels by Fielding and Richardson. She has browsed almost all the books of Spectator and loves Dr. Johnsons work and Goldsmiths British History. In short, Austins reading contributed greatly to her writing. Austin is said to have begun

11、 writing before he was twelve. She knows that writing a story is a very interesting thing. Although many people know it, she thinks it is harmless, but do not think about it (Austin, 2001, page 42). Reason and emotion, pride and prejudice are the first editions of her novels from 1795 to 1797. Despi

12、te several failed attempts, her novel, Reason and Emotion, was published for the first time. A few years before his death，this gave her motivation to revise her early work and restart writing after an interval of three to four years. The authors characteristics are usually important for his work. Ja

13、ne Austens life was relatively stable, with little change and no major crisis. During the incident, her life was simply barren (Austin, 2001). She is a very attractive woman. Another highlight of Austin is his keen observation. Her living environment and growing environment are only rural, which has

14、 become a limitation of her creation. But she is very careful and understands the details of life, we can also see this in her works.Austin was different from other writers, when war was the time when Gothic novels prevailed. But Austin deliberately avoided making an impact, exaggerating and overdoi

15、ng it. She is a famous female writer and a very outstanding painter. She runs counter to the novel trend at the time. Her mind is focused on human character and motivation, There is no great purpose, but there is tactful satire and analysis.Her dad liked to read it and recommended it to the publishe

16、r, but the end result was not satisfactory. She was very disappointed, so she turned to writing novels, named Pride and Prejudice. Specifically, her personal role lies between the heroine who persuades Anne and the heroine who is arrogant and prejudiced (Southam, 2002). She vividly portrays many cha

17、racters. Her amazing use of satire is surprising. Elizabeths independence, self-confidence, and rationality testify to Austins feminist tendencies.Next, I will take Collins as an example to study feminism. Collins is a typical male figure in the text. From the authors description of him, we can also

18、 see the authors feminist tendency from the side.16Chapter 2 Research Design2.1 Purpose of the research With the end of the industrial revolution, the economic development of the West is very fast and we can see the social and economic organizations have changed.At the same time, the Enlightenment a

19、nd the Feminist Movement gradually emerged. Not only was rationalism accepted, but feminism was gradually accepted by the public. In patriarchal society, womens consciousness is beginning to attract attention. Women also recognize their own self-worth and are freed from oppression and rebirth. Thous

20、ands of years of human civilization are almost occupied by a male-dominated society that using males vision, ideas and principles to look the world. Rousseau once refered that the womans education, through their life, should be scheduled according to the relative relationship between men. Women shou

21、ld make men satisfy and give contribution to men, with their love and show their respect, cater and take care of men, and it is their duty to make men comfortable and make mans lives sweet and happy. In Rousseau book, it is easier to find that women were deeply control and influenced by men in every

22、 aspect.Women do not have unattached life.With the advancement of society and the rise of feminism, many female writers began to use words to satirize and criticize male rule, express dissatisfaction and injustice. At the end of 18th,Jane Austen became a world-famous British realist literary giant.I

23、n her work, Pride and Prejudice ,she shaped the image of Elizabeth as a hero with great successful. Elizabeth hasindependent spirit and she is not a mans foil and vassal, nor is it male desire. The object is to show a high degree of self-confidence and independence-sharply revealing the phenomenon o

24、f men being inferior to women in British society from the perspective of women,encouraging womans pursuit of equality, seeking ways to betray the patriarchal society and developing Female awareness. In Pride and Prejudice,Jane Austen,with her unique perspective, portraying the situation of British m

25、ale esteem and humility in that special time. She vented her dissatisfaction and critiqued male domination. This book has a profound impact, the future generations still praise Austen for she devoting herself to advance the free and equal gender consciousness.2.2 Significance of the research This no

26、vel published in 1813 and was Jane Austens earliest works. But for a quite long time,no one has noticed this giant book. Some reviews, especially the ones living before 20th,suggested the reason was the world described in the novel was so limited and the author did not show the true and full-scale o

27、f everyday life.Till 20th century,the idea of feminism began to develop rapidly, more and more critics found this novel criticizing the society and regarded Austin as a rebel feminist writer. The theme exposed the true position of woman and described the discrimination and unfair women had in the pa

28、triarchal society. Rebecca West believed Jane Austen had “very feminist conscious and praised her in the preface of the novel. The discussion with strong emotions and bold ideas was so unique and impressed. Some male critics have criticized Janes work because she is too feminine. However, it is this

29、 feminine work that rejects the prejudice against women in patriarchal society. In the 18th century，Milton and Rousseau represented as the mans idols and declared woman that they attracting men by using their compliance and imperfection. The enlightenment rationality contributed the development of f

30、eminist, but they do not require the change of womens status in the law and the constitution. They just want to use rational arguments to refute the prejudice of men. Jane Austens Pride and Prejudice fully shows The sad life of the middle class in one period reflected the temperament, role, and stat

31、us of women at that time, and revealed the phenomenon of men being inferior to women in British society. In the 18th-19th century, the era of patriarchal culture dominating the world can be said to be the reflection of the emergence of feminist consciousness, giving the foundation of the later femin

32、ist movement. Today, as female culture develops deeper into the world, the study of feminism in arrogance and prejudice still has the practical significance of gratitude for the source of benefit.2.3 Research approachesThis article will examine Jane Austens feminist tendencies. I will analyze Austin

33、s life and educational background. On the basis of studying the analysis at home and abroad, I will analyze Collins character status in the text, reflecting the ugliness of the male society from the side. It follows that Austin is a feminist.Chapter3 Introduction to Feminism and Approaches of Femini

34、st3.1 Definition of feminismEnlightenment was the beginning of feminism. Patriarchy has a profound influence on the world. From the perspective of men, women are very low, their values are often destroyed. Women will be oppressed and hurt in different degrees in economy, politics and society. The an

35、alysis of feminism shows that the reason why women are in a weak position in patriarchal society is cultural and economic factors, not biological factors. Feminists have warned that if women are to liberate themselves, they should continue to work and change their situation. French feminists say tha

36、t men not only control their economy, their source of life, but also their psychology and thoughts. In addition, patriarchy plays different roles in different countries, races and classes. Feminists have a long way to go. What women should do is to liberate themselves. Feminism should also absorb ne

37、w ideas in other fields.Feminist theory appeared in the second climax of the feminist movement. Before Kate Miller, there was no formal feminist theory. The origin of feminism comes from Virginia Woolf. The introduction of feminism helps to understand the purpose and thoughts of feminists. The femin

38、ist method helps to explain literary works, understand feminist thoughts and understand how patriarchy is concealed. This study will be carried out from the perspective of feminist literature. Feminist theory appeared in the second climax of the feminist movement. Before Kate Miller, there was no fo

39、rmal feminist theory. The origin of feminism comes from Virginia Woolf. The introduction of feminism helps to understand the purpose and ideas of feminists. The feminist method helps explain literary works, understand feminist ideas, and understand how the patriarchy is covered up. This research wil

40、l be conducted from the perspective of feminist literature.3.2 Researches on feminism home and abroad As we all know, Austin has made a great contribution to the history of English novels. Many literary lovers like to study his works and learn knowledge from them. Her charm is not only reflected in

41、her writing style, but also in her unique life experience and obvious feminist tendency. Virginia Woolf comments on Austen in Jane Austen, saying that there is no tragedy and heroism in her works. Austens creative themes also inspired her. Jane Austen likes to choose daily themes, parties and picnic

42、s as her writing themes and materials. In Austins life, he has also experienced many significant historical events. Although she did not make any comments on these times, we can infer that she may be affected by these events. All in all, Austin doesnt have a very broad life circle, and he has little

43、 chance to integrate into this society. Therefore, she tended to be feminist due to her life experience and her observation of her surroundings, especially the observation of womens life.Chapter4：Analysis of Pride and Prejudice from the feminist perspective4.1 Marriages in Pride and Prejudice 4.1.1

44、Collins and Charlottes Marriage The first part describes Charlotte and Collins marriage, which is fortunate and natural comparing with normal pairs. There is no expectation that they will get married. She had a humble parent who was common in the society. Until 26 years old, she did not have marriag

45、e. But Bennett has five daughters who are growing up to get married. These two families have been competing, which is a very troublesome thing in the eyes of vulgar women. Bennett had a typical wife who has five daughters with no sons. At that time, it was a rule that a daughter could not divide the

46、 family property. If there was no son, the nephew would inherit the family property. As a result, Collins, Bennetts nephew, has the right to inherit the familys wealth. So Mrs. Bennet was hopeful of Collins, though this family does not have rich property. Collins is the wealth ultimate owner and he

47、has a good work as a priest. In this way, Mrs. Bennet was relieved. Collin went to his uncles house and wanted to be Bennetts. He has heard about the five daughters future arrangement. Although his aunt aimed at playing with Elizabeth Bennett, but Elizabeth Bennett dislikes him. In the end, she turn

48、ed him down with sharp words. But Collins soon found Charlotte and moved by her comfort. Charlotte wanted to have love and regarded marriage as a elegant action that every educated girl must do. Then they flashed off. Effortlessly established a mediocre love and mediocre marriage. This is a practical marriage without love and happy. 4.1.2 LydiaandWickhamsMarriageLydia and Wickham is the next marriage. At first his family and friends were very ki