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Mr. George Wickham A soldier who recently joined the militia. He is a handsome and
personable fortune hunter. Elizabeth Bennet, at first, is attracted to Wickham and initially
believes his negative gossip about Mr. Darcy, whom he clearly dislikes.
The Bingleys:
Mr. Charles Bingley - A good-natured and wealthy man who falls in love with Jane. He is
easily influenced by others, especially by his close friend Darcy.
Ms. Caroline Bingley - Bingleys shallow and haughty sister, who befriends Jane and later
snubs her. She attempts to attract Darcys attentions and is jealous when Darcy is instead
drawn to Elizabeth.
Mr. and Mrs. Hurst - Bingleys snobbish sister and brother-in-law. Mrs. Hurst spends most
of her time gossiping with Caroline, while Mr. Hurst does little more than play cards and
sleep.
The Darcys:
Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy - A wealthy, proud man who falls in love with Elizabeth and reveals a
generous, thoughtful nature beneath his somewhat stiff demeanor.
Ms. Georgiana Darcy - Darcys shy but warmhearted sister.
Colonel Fitzwilliam - Darcys well-mannered and pleasant cousin, who is interested in
Elizabeth, but who needs to marry someone with money.
Others:
Lady Catherine De Bourgh Mr. Darcys arrogant, very wealthy, aunt. Lady Catherine is a
satire of a grande damea totally overbearing, domineering woman who has always gotten
her own way and can't stand to have anyone disagree with her. She dominates Mr. Collins as
she has selected him as the clergy for her parish. Lady De Bourgh entertains hopes that her
daughter will marry Mr. Darcy. (First cousins often married in this period.)
Miss De Bourgh - Lady Catherines sickly, bland daughter.
The Lucases:
Sir William and Lady Lucas The Bennets neighbors Charlottes parents. The
introduction of the Lucases allows Austen to comment on the pretensions that accompany
social rank. Recently knighted, Sir William is described as having felt his new distinction a
little too strongly and moved away from town in order to think with pleasure of his own
importance. Sir William remains a sympathetic figure despite his snobbery.
Ms. Charlotte Lucas - Elizabeths sensible and intelligent best friend and neighbor, who
disappoints Elizabeth by marrying Mr. Collins for money and security.