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At the start of the novel, it is clear that Darcy is the proud character, and that Elizabeth is prejudiced against him because of this. The way Darcy behaves at the couple’s first meeting has more to do with his reserved nature, in that he does not feel at home with strangers. Elizabeth’s prejudice initially stems from her overhearing a conversation between Bingley and Darcy concerning her. At this very early stage, Darcy knows nothing about