Why does Wickham lie to Elizabeth?

Wickham lies to Elizabeth Bennet in Jane Austen's novel "Pride and Prejudice" primarily to manipulate her emotions and gain her sympathy. As a charming and persuasive character, Wickham fabricates a false narrative about his past and paints himself as a victim of Mr. Darcy's cruelty, aiming to secure Elizabeth's support and fuel her dislike for Darcy. By weaving a web of deceit, Wickham seeks to further his own interests and tarnish Darcy's reputation, ultimately attempting to manipulate Elizabeth's feelings and win her affections for his own advantage.

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