Mr. Darcy

Proud, wealthy gentleman who dances minimally and insults Elizabeth. Mr. Darcy is portrayed as haughty, reserved, fastidious, and critical of Miss Bennet's smile. Mr. Darcy observes Elizabeth, attempts to ask her to dance, comments on her eyes, and discusses dancing with Sir William Lucas. Darcy writes a long letter, engages in witty debate about writing, attempts to ask Elizabeth to dance, and expresses admiration for her Darcy spends the evening reading, comments on his own temper, acknowledges fault of resentment, and engages in heated dialogue with Miss Bingley. Mr. Darcy welcomes the news that the Bennet sisters are leaving early, resolves to conceal his admiration for Elizabeth, and limits his interaction with her to ten words on Saturday. Darcy is criticized by Jane for his harsh treatment of his father's favourite and is implicated in the conflict with Wickham. Darcy shows growing interest in Elizabeth, attempts to ask her hand, and comments on Wickham’s manners while revealing his own prideful nature. Mentioned in Miss Bingley's letter as eager to see his sister Georgiana and as a target of Miss Bingley's hope for marriage to Elizabeth. Hosts Mr Bingley as a guest and is planning new furniture for his residence. Mr. Darcy's treatment of Mr. Wickham is discussed, revealing a strained relationship; he is portrayed as disdainful of Gracechurch Street and unusually proud. Elizabeth reiterates her negative view of Mr. Darcy while speaking with her aunt. Darcy arrives with Colonel Fitzwilliam, gives composed compliments to Mrs. Collins, remains largely silent, inquires about Elizabeth’s family health. Observed Elizabeth’s piano playing, responded shyly to Aunt’s remarks, and engaged in witty repartee with her Mr. Darcy makes an unannounced visit to Elizabeth at Hunsford, apologises for the intrusion, talks about Bingley’s future at Netherfield, and asks Elizabeth if she is pleased with Kent. Mr. Darcy's past interference in Mr. Bingley and Jane's relationship is discussed, and his joint guardianship of his younger sister Miss Darcy is revealed. Mr. Darcy proposes marriage to Elizabeth, declares his love, mentions his past interference in Jane and Bingley’s relationship, and reacts with resentment after rejection. Darcy authors an extensive letter apologising to Elizabeth and detailing his role in separating Bingley and Jane, his dealings with Wickham, and his sister Georgiana's near elopement. Darcy writes a detailed letter explaining his actions at Netherfield, his role in Wickham's affairs, and defends his conduct as blameless. Feels the loss of Rosings party more acutely than last year, attachment to Rosings increases. Darcy is referenced as the object of Elizabeth’s judgment and Wickham’s criticism, highlighting his perceived pride and limited improvement. Elizabeth dreads the prospect of meeting Mr. Darcy and asks her chambermaid about his presence at Pemberley. Darcy appears unexpectedly on his estate, displays unusually courteous behavior toward the Gardiners, is praised by his housekeeper for generosity and kindness, and offers fishing hospitality. Darcy displays marked courtesy, brings his sister to visit, invites Elizabeth to dinner at Pemberley, and expresses gratitude for her past rejection. Was at Pemberley, observed Elizabeth, showed heightened complexion, attempted to speak with his sister, and was embarrassed by Miss Bingley's remarks. Darcy appears in Lambton, offers comfort to Elizabeth, but cannot accompany her on the search. Mr. Darcy actively intervened to find Wickham and Lydia, paid Wickham's debts, arranged Lydia's marriage and provided a financial settlement, showing his sense of responsibility and generosity. Darcy arrives with Bingley, appears serious and speaks little, observing both sisters without much interaction. Darcy remains silent at dinner, sits near his mother, later mentions his sister at Pemberley still there, accompanied by Mrs. Annesley, friends at Scarborough Mr. Darcy is referenced as Lady Catherine’s nephew, supposedly engaged to Miss de Bourgh and rumored to intend marriage to Elizabeth. Mr. Darcy is portrayed as a potential suitor for Elizabeth, whose match is opposed by his aunt Lady Catherine and is characterized as disdainful towards women. Darcy is now engaged to Elizabeth; he has arranged Lydia's marriage, paid her debts and secured a commission for Wickham, and plans a walk with Elizabeth at Oakham Mount. Darcy reveals his reasons for loving Elizabeth and comments on his aunt’s interference.