Travel

Austen sets most of the novel inside, making trips even more significant. Each journey acts as a turning point for Elizabeth as the change in location also triggers a change in her life. The first time this happens, Mr. Darcy proposes for the first time. The second time, she realizes that she is in love with him. The final time, she realizes how he feels about her and finally accepts his proposal. Without a change in scenery and location, it is entirely plausible that no change would occur for either of the two protagonists. With a change in location, the characters have a chance to change themselves as the monotony is broken.