Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

Be not alarmed, women drivers, on reading this blog, by its abysmal attempts at literary parody, nor by the strange news here related.

You may possibly wonder what this is all about; fortunately, I, myself, as the master of this blog am in a position to be able to reveal to you what has brought about this unusual, effortful and strangely sub-clause-rich mock-letter.

In short, it is the revelation, brought to my attention by a news source no less grave and reliable than that provided by the British Broadcasting Corporation, that Pride and Prejudice, known to all as a masterpiece of 17th century literature, is being re-worked, as an adaptation of a contemporary novel - indeed, a parodic bestseller - into a film that will be known as Pride and Prejudice and Zombies.

Whether I will condescend to adopt to enjoying the measures of this art, I am undecided. I understand the genre of parody and think it unlikely that this film will be faithful to every event of the original narrative; but, should such a genre agree with your inclination, I see no reason why it might not be enjoyed as a bit of good fun.

However, if the idea arouses in you feelings of abhorrence and seems close to sacrilege; pray, stay away from crowded multiplexes this coming summer, lest the film should offend you and disturb your delicate sensibility.

I must now mention that I have, after all, decided that I will endeavour to see the film; it will star Natalie Portman, a fine actress and a most respectable lady. I will only add that she's exceedingly fit, innit.

God bless you.

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