Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to explore the effects of various supporting roles except heroine Elizabeth and hero Darcy, such as Mrs. Casely, Collins, George Wickham, etc in shaping Elizabeth’s character. It mainly describes these supporting roles’ language, behavior, expression and psychology to enrich Elizabeth’s character. The empirical analysis and comparative analysis are adopted in this paper, combining detailed description, contrast, comparison and various writing techniques, including irony, humor, and exaggeration. Standing in the perspectives of different supporting roles, the process of shaping Elizabeth’s character can be specified. Moreover, the distinctive characteristics could also be more objective, profound and stereoscopic.

Keyword: supporting roles; empirical analysis; comparative analysis; stereoscopic

Contents

Abstract

摘  要

1. Introduction-2

2. Varieties of supporting roles indicate the stereoscopic character of Elizabeth-3

2.1 The Original Image of Elizabeth-3

2.1.1 The Descriptions of the Bennets and the Bingleys-3

2.1.2 The Comparisons of Mary, Charlotte and Elizabeth-5

2.2 The Contradictory Character in the Middle Stage-5

2.2.1 The Behaviors of Mrs. Bennet and Her Younger Sisters.-6

2.2.2 The Affection with Wickham-8

2.3 The More Mature Image in the Final Stage-8

2.3.1 The Arrogance of Mrs. Catherine.-8

2.3.2 The Conversation with Darcy's Housekeeper and the Elopement of Lydia.-10

Conclusion-11

References-12