![]() ![]() The novels fit chronologically into the Romantic period of English literature, and explore the feelings and internal lives of individuals. Dabundo argues in her Introduction that Austen is quintessentially a Romantic era writer. Longer, deeper entries describe Austen’s life and each of her novels and shorter works. Each is given its place in Austen’s life, novels, and world. While many books include Austen’s friends and family in her story, it’s helpful to have each one’s story told separately.ĭabundo also explores locations, ranging from Chawton House and Manor to Brighton to Tonbridge. I met a few new ones, including Brook Edward Bridges, who apparently proposed to Jane at one time, though he was “too young and thoughtless” to be an appropriate husband for her. ![]() ![]() You’ll find people from Austen’s life, both family members and friends. She explores each topic in the context of Austen’s England and shows how it connects to Austen’s writing. Sample topic entries cover agriculture animals and hunting the Church of England and Anglicanism and sensibility and sentimentality. The book is essentially an encyclopedia of Austen. Jane Austen: A Companion, by Laura Dabundo, is an encyclopedic resource on Austen, her novels, and her world, full of fascinating insights. ![]()
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