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Austen's Pride & Prejudice: A Fresh Take
13 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Radio 4 presents new adaptations of classic Austen novels.
- Pride and Prejudice focuses on Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy.
- Award-winning writer Rachel Joyce is behind the adaptations.
Jane Austen's enduring legacy is being honored with contemporary adaptations of her beloved novels "Pride and Prejudice" and "Sense and Sensibility" on Radio 4. These productions aim to offer a modern, female-centric perspective on Austen's timeless stories, exploring themes of love, societal expectations, and the strength of female bonds.
The adaptation of "Pride and Prejudice" delves into the captivating relationship between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy, offering a vivid portrayal of the era's challenges. It highlights the societal pressures faced by women seeking suitable marriages, all within a richly drawn narrative filled with memorable characters and humor.
These new audio dramas are the work of Rachel Joyce, an award-winning writer celebrated for her audio adaptations of the Brontë canon and her bestselling novel, "The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry." Joyce's latest novel, "The Homemade God," was published earlier this year.
