Simply Austen
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| Rating | : | 4.21 (767 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B072MRWKW3 |
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| Number of Pages | : | 462 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-12-03 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
In exploring Austen's life and books, Ray not only helps us understand the forces that shaped this talented writer, but also offers a wealth of insightful clues that help explain her lasting popularity and continuing relevance for a 21st-century audience.. Since the early 20th century, she has been a favorite topic of academic researchers and scholars; at the same time, the popularity of her books has continued to grow. Why are Austen's novels the subject of scholarly tomes and doctoral dissertations, and
Simply Austen is a wonderfully written primer on Jane Austen Simply Austen is a wonderfully written primer on Jane Austen, including information on her life and detailed overviews of her novels and other writings. Simply Austen was a delightful read from start to finish. This book also takes a clear-eyed look at Jane within her time, encompassing the stark realities of an unmarried woman of small fortune during the early nineteenth century.If you're looking for some more information on the lady herself that is insightful and eminently readable, you will find this book certainly fits the bill.