Paper and ink play a very important role in the story of Pride and Prejudice. Notably the letters from a particular character in Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin. Mr. Darcy's letters are very important in reaching the climax. Letters from and to Mr. Darcy play a very important role in the novel. The two main purposes they serve are to reveal the character and personality of the character of the letter writer as well as the person being written to. Letters also have a practical purpose, that of transmitting information. The letter that Mr. Darcy writes to Elizabeth is extremely important, because he explains everything in this letter. He explains his situation with Wickham and why he didn't say anything to defend himself. This letter has an impact on the novel as a whole as it explains everything, describes Mr. Darcy and finally the letter shows the differences between the writing of the letter and the speaking of the characters. There is something more in the letter to Elizabeth. Keep in mind the time and place this book takes place. During this period, Mr. Darcy would never have shared his personal information with anyone outside of his most intimate acquaintances or with anyone he did not know very well. Regardless of how he exposed this information to Elizabeth, it shows how strong his feelings were towards Elizabeth. What he said in the letter would have been far too embarrassing to say face to face. Also, a non-engaged couple talking or exchanging written letters was a very big NO back then. Sending a letter allowed Mr. Darcy to calm down and calm down from all the stress that had just happened "she still couldn't get over the surprise of what had happened, it was impossible to...... middle of paper. .....tter shows the differences between the writing of the letter and the speech of the characters. The letters were very important, not only did they money the information, but they changed people in such a way. Elizabeth was changed for the rest of the novel. After reading the letter, her opinion of Darcy has not changed, but she views him differently. This letter in particular played a major role in the rising action leading up to the climax. Letters were also used to say things that characters are too proud to say in a speech, such as when Darcy writes the letter to Elizabeth explaining the truth about the evil ham and his actions, after she accuses him of things and injuries so terrible. his pride.Leatherman 5Work CitedAustin, Jane. Pride and prejudice. New York: Dover Publications, 1995. Print.