What Matters in Jane Austen? by John MullanMy rating: 4 of 5 starsBook Description from Goodreads:Is there any sex in Austen? What do the characters call each other, and why? What are the right and wrong ways to propose marriage? And which important Austen characters never speak? In What Matters in Jane Austen?, John Mullan … Continue reading Book Recommendations – What Matters in Jane Austen?
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Friday Fun Poll #3
First we asked you Which is your favorite movie version of Pride and Prejudice?Then we asked If you could ask Jane any question what would it be? This week I would like to know if you have been born into any of the families in Pride and Prejudice, which family would you like to be … Continue reading Friday Fun Poll #3
Pride & Prejudice 1940’s movie poster
I love the tag line: When pretty girls t-e-a-s-e-d men into marriage. Source: Uploaded by user via Lisa on Pinterest
Pittsburg 2013 Jane Austen Festival
A message from JASNA PittsburghMarch 15-26, 2013, Pittsburgh is holding its 2013 Jane Austen Festival with the theme of "Cult-ivating Jane." The weekend begins Friday night at the Hollywood Theater with clips of various versions of Pride & Prejudice and a panel discussion. On Saturday enjoy a full day of speakers including plenary speakers: Carol Chernega, author … Continue reading Pittsburg 2013 Jane Austen Festival
Firday Fun Poll #2
My discussion assignment this week for my class is:Imagine you have 10 minutes to spend with a favorite author (living or dead). List three questions you would ask the author (along with why the question matters to you). Then, read other students’ selections of authors and questions. Provide comments on at least three other discussions … Continue reading Firday Fun Poll #2
Jane Austen to be Celebrated by the Royal Mail
The Royal Mail will be issuing stamps to honor some of the best in British entertainment this year. One of those honored will be Jane Austen.You can read about the collection at Austen Only, This is Bath, and The Daily Echo.
Where’s Where in Pride and Prejudice
Back in 2009 we shared Where's Where in Jane Austen's Novels. Here's that post again!Austen always names the county in which a novel’s action is set and often mentions cities and landmarks, though her villages and estates are invented.
Fun Friday Poll! #1
It is a truth universally acknowledged…
that Pride and Prejudice is a much beloved story 200 years after it's publication.Publication history from WikipediaTitle page of a 1907 edition illustrated by C. E. BrockAusten began writing the novel after staying at Goodnestone Park in Kent with her brother Edward and his wife in 1796.[16] The novel was originally titled First Impressions by … Continue reading It is a truth universally acknowledged…
Regency clothes for American Girl Dolls!
Source: etsy.com via Evelyn on PinterestRegency clothes for American Girl Dolls!If your family was like mine, certain little girls got a new (or their first) American Girl doll this holiday. What better way to bring her into the Regency fold than to get Regency inspired clothes for their doll. Check out DollSizedDesigns on etsy.com for her … Continue reading Regency clothes for American Girl Dolls!
