in the novel pride and prejudice, what kind of person was lydia &how important is her character to the story?

Answer 1

Lydia's poor judgement drives the plot to its climax.

I would have told you more, but I really think you should read the book for yourself to see what I mean.

Answer 2

Lydia was a very flirtacious girl who didn't care about anything but officers and getting married. She is unabashed and tends not to think about the embarassing sistuations she puts her family in.
Her character is important because after her run away with George Wickham, Elizabeth is finally able to see Mr. Darcy's true character.

Answer 3

She was a very free and flirtatious character who shames the family by running away and getting married. She is important to the story because her causing the family grief is who Darcy shows his true colors and Elizabeth accepts Darcy... So I'd say she's pretty important. But to really get it, you should probably read the book.

Answer 4

Lydia is young, naive, selfish, reckless & desperately wants to be grown up and married before her older sisters.

Her actions are what leads to the heart of the story helping Elizabeth realize what type of man Mr. Darcy really is so they eventually end up together.