This work is an abridged and modern translation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice . To create this updated version, the entire work was first translated, sentence by sentence, to update outdated phrases and language for modern readers. Then the entire work was abridged by 25%, so that the story remains true to the original, but moves at a faster pace. If you have never read the original story, we hope this version allows you to experience Jane Austen's classic tale, which has captivated countless readers for generations.