Publication of Pride and Prejudice

Date: January 28, 1813 • Location: Gretna, United Kingdom

Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice is first published in the United Kingdom.

Jane Austen was an English writer known primarily for her six novels, which implicitly interpret, critique, and comment on the English landed gentry at the end of the 18th century.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in United Kingdom's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.