His Cunning or Hers

During the conversation of Jane on the Brain: Exploring the Science of Social Intelligence with Jane Austen by Wendy Jones yesterday someone mentioned wanting a story about Mr. Elliot and Mrs. Clay. Deborah mentioned that one existed so I did a quick search and found it! "His Cunning or Hers" by June Menzies was presented … Continue reading His Cunning or Hers →

It’s Monday! What are you reading? – Back Issues of Persuasions

This is a meme hosted by Book Journey.I went out to lunch last week (a treat to myself on my evening shift) and forgot to grab something to read. In my trunk there is a bag of back issues of Persuasions. I dug through and found this treasure:It's great to look at this issue and see how much … Continue reading It’s Monday! What are you reading? – Back Issues of Persuasions →

CNJ JASNA @ the Annual General Meeting!

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In the mail: AGM materials

Just in case you missed it, the Portland AGM has sent the registration materials in the mail. Spots always go quick. Here is the link for the registration materials available online.

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 →

Preparing for the AGM: thematic questions for reading

". . . tell me all about your brothers and sisters."What fun we will have talking about Jane Austen's brothers and sisters! As you read for the AGM, keep in mind the theme and ask yourself these questions: Did you know that each novel contains at least three sibling pairs? Have you wondered why the … Continue reading Preparing for the AGM: thematic questions for reading →

Preparing for the AGM: fashion

Make sure that you are the height of fashion for the AGM by sewing your own costume using patterns from Sense and Sensibility patterns. http://www.sensibility.com/pattern/main/

Preparing for the AGM: Brothers & Sisters poll

"Here you are in your own family."The 2009 Steering Committee, having spent quite some time in the company of Jane Austen's brothers and sisters, are wondering what their JASNA brothers and sisters think of the siblings which Jane wrought. Which two brothers and which two sisters, created by Jane Austen, would JASNA members like to … Continue reading Preparing for the AGM: Brothers & Sisters poll →

Preparing for the AGM: Special Events

". . . there was so much to be said between the brother and sister."No doubt JASNA brothers and sisters will have much to say about the many events that the 2009 AGM has to offer. Special events, special-interest sessions, workshops, demonstrations, and diversions, such as shopping at the Regency Emporium, will keep attendees occupied … Continue reading Preparing for the AGM: Special Events →

Preparing for the AGM: Tours

"My brother and sister will be enchanted with this place!" Fine old houses richly furnished, museums that hold many treasures, and historical parks, situated in a wonderfully walkable city should delight conference attendees. Tours in the city and surrounding counties are offered to those with a mind to explore. For information on tours, please visit: … Continue reading Preparing for the AGM: Tours →