Audrey Niffenegger is not only a wonderful writer (I loved “Her Fearful Symmetry”), she’s also a compelling illustrator. After Penguin Classic’s success with Ruben Toledo’s take on “Pride and Prejudice,” the publishing house turned to Niffengger to re-imagine the covers of “Persuasion” and “Sense and Sensibility.” Here are the results — an entwined Anne Elliot … Continue reading New Illustrated Covers of Jane Austen’s works →

“Let us venture into the sleeping chamber of an 1830s lady of leisure, just at the hour when she wakes from her slumbers to explore her wardrobe for the day.” Women’s dresses at this period featured the infamous gigot sleeve, one of the widest in the history of women’s fashion. Matching the breadth of the … Continue reading 1830s Fashion →

When hills and woods or seashore are in easy walking distance, why should we let these beautiful fall days go by without eating at least one meal a week out-of-doors like the Victorians did? There is no better stimulus for fading appetites than plenty of fresh air; food that would hardly be touched in the … Continue reading End of Summer Picnic →

We are please to announce the release of the "Jane Austen - Fan Kit" App for iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch.This App, designed for Jane Austen's Fans, includes quotes, ebooks, movie suggestions and trivia.- Start the day with a new Jane Austen's quote.- Read almost every published work from Jane Austen (everywhere).- Need help choosing the movie for … Continue reading App for iPad/iPhone →

Registration for 200 Years of Sense and Sensibility, Jane Austen Conference (9-10 Sep 2011), is now open: £75: academics and independent researchers £45: postgraduate students The fee includes refreshments during all breaks, lunch on Friday and Saturday, a piano concert (Austen's favourite music) and wine reception. In order to register, please visit the online shop … Continue reading 200 Years of Sense and Sensibility →

Blue and white china has stood the test of time. The first kilns were created in ancient Chinese dynasties before the Christian era. China further transformed with its European introduction by the East India Company in the 1600s, and later as Flow Blue was produced in the early-19th century. It has transformed radically through the … Continue reading Blue and White China →

Today I shared a few ideas on how to keep entertained while dealing with Hurricane Irene this weekend. There is the board game idea: P&P Trivia Board Game P&P The Game There is the puzzle idea: Jane Austen Puzzle: 500 Pieces There is also the tried and true pass time of Reading! We've got a … Continue reading Jane Austen Themed Ways to Keep Yourself Entertained During Hurricane Irene →

Even though he's one-half of one of English literature's most famous couples, little is known about Fitzwilliam Darcy, Elizabeth Bennet's proud suitor in Pride and Prejudice. Now Darcy fans can take a deeper look at the enigmatic man, courtesy of Pamela Aidan's three-volume series chronicling the famous love story from Mr. Darcy's point of view. … Continue reading Book Suggestion: Fitzwilliam Darcy, Gentleman series →

Make sure to take this map with you should you go to England and explore all the Jane Austen sites.

Look at all the gorgeous details that were inspired by Emma that went into this wedding.