Jane Austen: The Complete Novels (The Giants of Literature - Book 10) (eBook)

Jane Austen (Autor)

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2023
1997 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654773328-7 (EAN)

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Jane Austen: The Complete Novels (The Giants of Literature - Book 10) is a masterful collection encompassing all of Austen's major works, including 'Pride and Prejudice,' 'Sense and Sensibility,' 'Emma,' and more. Known for her keen social commentary, Austen's novels beautifully capture the manners, morals, and relationships of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Her writing style is characterized by wit, insight, and engaging storytelling, making her a timeless literary figure. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in classic English literature and the complexities of human nature. Jane Austen, born in 1775, drew inspiration for her novels from her own experiences and observations of society. Despite the limitations placed on women writers during her time, Austen deftly navigated the social norms to create enduring works that continue to resonate with readers today. Her sharp wit and astute observations elevate her novels to works of lasting significance. I highly recommend Jane Austen: The Complete Novels to literary enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking to delve into the world of Regency-era England. Austen's timeless themes of love, class, and societal expectations make her novels both entertaining and intellectually stimulating, ensuring a rewarding reading experience for all who pick up this comprehensive collection.

Autor

Jane Austen (1775–1817) remains one of the most revered English novelists, renowned for her six major novels, which have become cornerstones in the canon of English literature. Her acute perception and dexterity in depicting the lives of the British landed gentry at the end of the 18th century have cemented her legacy. Austen's novels, characterized by their wit, irony, and social commentary, include 'Pride and Prejudice', 'Sense and Sensibility', 'Mansfield Park', 'Emma', 'Northanger Abbey', and 'Persuasion', all of which are encapsulated in 'Jane Austen: The Complete Novels (The Giants of Literature - Book 10)'. Austen's literary style combines a unique narrative voice with a sharp satirical edge that often centers on the concerns and difficulties faced by women in her era navigating economic security through marriage. Her fiction has been celebrated not only for its historical significance but also for its timeless quality and relevance to contemporary discussions on gender and class. Austen spent most of her life in Hampshire, England, where she wrote in relative seclusion from the literary circles of her time, yet she achieved posthumous acclaim that immortalized her as a key figure in British literature. Her novels continue to resonate with readers worldwide and have been adapted into numerous critically acclaimed films and television series, influencing generations of writers and thinkers.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 25.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century women authors • and Dashwood • Austenian wit and satire • Bennet • Bridgerton • Bridget Jones • British Literature • British novelists collection • Bronte • Canonical texts • Character-driven narratives • classic english literature • Darcy • Diana Gabaldon • female protagonists • feminist themes • Harry Potter • Historical Romance • historical romance classics • jane austen complete works • Jojo Moyes • literary fiction anthologies • literary mastery • Nora Roberts • observational humor • Pride and Prejudice series • Regency • Regency England • Regency era romance novels • Regency Romance • Social satire • the song of achilles