“The town where she had formerly passed some years of her life, and where they were now to spend a few days, was probably as great an object of her curiosity, as all the celebrated beauties of Matlock, Chatsworth, Dove Dale, or the Peak” (161). Austen creates a place that is more beautiful than the well recognized houses like Chatsworth. Chatsworth house has had many changes since its assembly in 1549, but drawings of the past masters are always kept in the house. Its grounds and mountains around it make it exclusive. Pemberley House in Pride and Prejudice is thought to have been inspired by such significant mansions like Chatsworth. Chatsworth house is even featured as Pemberley in the movie Pride and Prejudice. Austen augments Mr. Darcy’s status by insinuating that Pemberley is the finest in England.
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