Pride and Prejudice tells the story of how Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy overcome their initial biases and misconceptions, with the story focusing heavily on themes of marriage, social standing, and reputation. The narrative centers on Elizabeth's initial prejudice against the seemingly cold and snobbish Darcy, which is later revealed to be misplaced. The story reaches its climax when the two characters realize their mutual love and respect for one another, leading to a happy, and often expected, resolution.