Pride and Prejudice - Chapters 53-54

In Chapter 53, we find that the Bennet household is consumed by the arrival and subsequent departure of Mr. Wickham and the youngest Bennet sister, Lydia. The undeniable charm and disarming warmth of Mr. Wickham has snaked its way around the affections of the entire family, blinding their judgement and softening their criticisms. Yet, the note of sorrow and melancholia that permeates the air during their departure is lifted by the electrifying news of the imminent arrival of the much-beloved ...