Miss Bingley

Sister of Mr. Bingley who dances briefly with Mr. Darcy. Miss Bingley's background, fortune, education, and social attitudes are described. Miss Bingley confronts Darcy about his thoughts on Elizabeth and learns he is admiring her. Writes a note inviting Jane and her sisters to dine with the Bingley party and officers. Miss Bingley watches Darcy’s letter, resents his attention to Elizabeth, and proposes portrait arrangements for Pemberley Miss Bingley attempts to attract Darcy's attention, critiques balls, expresses desire for a library, and engages in sarcastic debates with Darcy. Miss Bingley regrets having suggested a delay, feels jealousy toward Elizabeth, shows affection for Jane, and increases her civility toward Elizabeth before parting. Miss Bingley accompanies her brother to deliver the Netherfield ball invitation. Miss Bingley becomes jealous of Darcy’s attention to Elizabeth and spreads misinformation about Wickham. Wrote a detailed letter to Jane revealing her brother Charles's move to London, her desire for Mr. Darcy to see his sister Georgiana, and her hope that Mr. Darcy will marry Elizabeth. Sent a letter announcing Mr Bingley's winter residence in London, praised Miss Darcy, and mentioned plans for new furniture at Mr Darcy's house. Miss Bingley writes to Jane about Mr. Bingley’s absence and expresses hope regarding a possible match with Miss Darcy. Made snide comments about Elizabeth's appearance and attempted to embarrass her, showing continued jealousy. Miss Bingley sends insincere congratulations to her brother and to Jane about the upcoming marriage.