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5.0 (35 reviews)
B1 for English-speaking learners
Side glossary
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Imagine reading “Pride and Prejudice” in French – and understanding every page

“Pride and Prejudice” (in French: “Orgueil et Préjugés”, orig. Pride and Prejudice) by Jane Austen – is a complete, engaging graded reader story specially adapted for B1 (intermediate) level. You don't need to know every word. You'll understand 95% of the text immediately, and every new word is explained in the margin. You simply read – and learn naturally.

What is this book about?

  • The spirited Elizabeth Bennet and the proud Mr. Darcy clash due to initial misunderstandings and mutual disdain.
  • Elizabeth's quick judgments, influenced by Darcy's perceived arrogance and the deceptive Mr. Wickham, blind her to his true character.
  • Through repeated encounters, Elizabeth slowly uncovers Darcy's selfless nature and confronts her own ingrained prejudices.

Why does this work better than apps and textbooks?

Our books are based on the Pentecost Method – the only approach 100% based on scientific research in language learning. The result? You learn faster, remember more, and actually enjoy learning.

  • Read without interruption: Translations of the most difficult words are found in the margin of each page – you don't have to break away from the story to look them up in a dictionary.
  • Reinforce what you've read: After each chapter, there are exercises (crosswords, gap-fills, anagrams) tailored to the B1 level – new words stick in your mind.
  • Learn anywhere: A mobile app with games allows you to review vocabulary on your way to work, in line, or whenever you have a moment.
  • Build lasting vocabulary: Flashcards at the end of the book allow you to systematically review the most important words – so you don't forget what you've learned.

Matched to your exact level

The vocabulary in this book has been selected based on an analysis of 2 billion words from authentic texts, precisely matched to the B1 level. You learn exactly the words that are most useful in everyday life.

How to choose the right level?

This book is at the B1 level. Not sure which level to choose? Take our 3-minute placement test on our website – we'll immediately show you which book is right for you.

About the author

Jane Austen

Author

Jane Austen

Jane Austen (1775–1817) was an English novelist whose books were published anonymously in her lifetime, signed only "By a Lady." She completed just six novels, and today her portrait appears on the British £10 note.


Christine Guardian

Translator and editor

Christine Guardian

Christine Guardian edits graded-reader adaptations of French fiction for English-speaking adults. She keeps an eye on register—literary French can sound stiff in English if you translate every clause—and prefers footnotes that support the scene rather than pause it. She still reads long-form journalism in French to stay close to how people actually write today.

Customer Reviews

5.0
(35 reviews)
Wendy 2025-12-03

At B1 the sentences link more, yet vocabulary stays manageable. Good middle ground.

jess.portland 2025-12-09

Pleasant read even when I check the glossary. Level stays steady.

Jeffrey 2025-12-12

Level label matches inside. B1 reads like B1, not a hidden B2 trap.

Brian 2025-12-19

Moved up from lower level without panic. Nothing feels like C1 out of nowhere.

anna_pdx 2025-12-26

Quick review: readable, calm, no chaos. Glossary and exercises are the strong points.

Pages434
Chapters61
For learnersfor English-speaking learners
ISBN (Paperback)9788384560570
ISBN (E-Book)9788384560617
Published2026-04-21

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About French (the language of this book)

Where French is spoken

French is an official language in France and is widely used in Canada (especially Québec), Belgium, Switzerland, Luxembourg, and many countries in West and Central Africa and the Caribbean through the Francophonie.

How many people speak it

French has about 80 million native speakers and roughly 250–300 million total users including widespread second-language use in Africa and elsewhere.

Grammar and structure

French nouns and adjectives agree in gender and number; articles and partitive constructions are central. Verbs are conjugated for person, tense, and mood; compound past tenses (passé composé, imparfait) and the subjunctive are important milestones. Liaison and elision affect pronunciation and spelling awareness.