Books That Pass the Bechdel Test
Ladies First: 30 Books That Pass the Bechdel Test
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Is there a greater love story than that between the independent and strong-willed Elizabeth and the quiet Mr. Darcy? Jane Austen paints the romantic world of 18th-century England in Pride and Prejudice, showcasing the love between a girl and her sisters and highlighting the pressures society puts on women to marry. A saucy and empowering read, Pride and Prejudice shows the challenges facing women in society and follows one woman who chooses to fight back.