Since we loved the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society so much, this remarkable work of fiction might interest you as well. Each of the main English Channel Islands—Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Herm, and Sark—has a definite character of its own. The book marvelously conveys the atmosphere and speech patterns of Guernsey. Ebenezer was born on … Continue reading The Book of Ebenezer Le Page by G.B. Edwards
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The Morgan Library in NYC is having an exhibit.
The Morgan Library in NYC is having an exhibit. Follow this link for more information: http://www.themorgan.org/exhibitions/exhibition.asp?id=22 A Woman's Wit: Jane Austen's Life and LegacyNovember 6, 2009, through March 14, 2010This exhibition explores the life, work, and legacy of Jane Austen (1775–1817), regarded as one of the greatest English novelists. Over the past two decades, numerous … Continue reading The Morgan Library in NYC is having an exhibit.
"The Ten Essential Penguin Classics"
The Penguin Classics Screening Room Special, "The Ten Essential Penguin Classics." click here for link. "The Ten Essential Penguin Classics" was written, produced, performed, and directed by Penguin personnel. It features a dozen Penguin staffers speaking about their favorite classics and why they think the books are essential. Pride and Prejudice is one of their … Continue reading "The Ten Essential Penguin Classics"
Seventh Annual Regency Assembly
JASNA-NY has sent us the following:The Elegant Arts Society is holding their Seventh Annual Regency AssemblyWhen: October 17 & 18, 2009Where: New Haven, CTThere will be live music by the Spare Parts group and dance instruction by Susan de Gardiola.For more information, please email info@elegantarts.org
Jane Austen Jigsaw puzzle
Revel in the wit and wisdom of Jane Austen with a Regency era–worthy parlor pastime: assembling this challenging 500-piece puzzle! When complete, this 18"x14" puzzle features a pretty pastel montage of illustrations from the late 1800s peppered with quotations from the author’s best-loved novels. With its clever book-shaped box, Bas Bleu's Jane Austen Jigsaw Puzzle … Continue reading Jane Austen Jigsaw puzzle
October Wallpaper
Looking back at Ackermann's Repository. The original Ackermann's Repository of Arts, Literature, Fashions, Manufactures, &c. was published monthly from 1809-1829 and featured a pair of fashion plates in addition to other illustrations and articles covering a variety of topics. These delicate aquatint illustrations and lovely fashions continue to delight and inspire us two hundred years … Continue reading October Wallpaper
Preparing for the AGM: one week left
For many, a meeting of "all Jane all the time" is more than enough to do. Workshops, tours, breakout sessions, and plenary speeches will add to the pleasure of all who attend. Then there is the city itself: a "Greene Country Towne," planned by William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania, that invites "very good walkers" … Continue reading Preparing for the AGM: one week left
Persuasion or 7 Years Bad Sex
Musical Mondays on Tuneful Tuesdays will premier 5 musicals this coming year. The first one will be Persuasion or 7 Years Bad Sex on Tuesday October 6 at 6:30PM. The musical is a modern, four player look at the Jane Austen classic with Music by Carl Danielsen, Lyrics by Selda Sahin, Book by Pamela Hall … Continue reading Persuasion or 7 Years Bad Sex
Where’s Where in Jane Austen’s Novels
Persuasion geography takes us from Bath to Lyme Regis to well, check it out for yourself: http://www.jasna.org/info/images/map-pers-1200.jpg
2010 Calendar Diary
In a handsome hardcover format (roughly 10"x8"), Bas Bleu's Jane Austen Diary features roomy weekly agenda pages alongside colorful Regency era artwork from the British Library, evocative quotations from the beloved author’s works, and silhouette drawings by her nephew. With a pretty sewn-in ribbon bookmark, this unique desk calendar will keep Austen fanatics organized throughout … Continue reading 2010 Calendar Diary
Jane Austen Society of North America - New Jersey Region 
