Awesomely Austen - Illustrated and Retold: Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice

A new, funny, and accessible retelling of Jane Austen's best-known story, with witty black and white illustrations throughout. Katherine Woodfine is best known for her historical series, The Sinclair Mysteries, and Eglantine Ceulemans captures all of Austen's satire and wit. Illustrated and retold editions are also available for Emma, Persuasion, Sense and Sensibility, Mansfield Park, and Northanger Abbey.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 03 February 2022
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

A delightful and engaging retelling of Jane Austen's renowned masterpiece, this book features witty black and white illustrations throughout. Set in the 18th century, Elizabeth Bennet, the second eldest daughter in a family of five, possesses a strong determination to marry for love rather than mere wealth. During a ball, Elizabeth encounters Mr. Darcy, initially perceiving him as proud and haughty. However, as their interactions unfold, she discovers a more nuanced and intriguing character beneath his stern exterior.

Katherine Woodfine, the acclaimed author of The Sinclair Mysteries series, has brought the Bennet sisters to a new generation of readers. With a deep admiration for Jane Austen since her youth, Woodfine has skillfully captured the essence of Austen's satire and wit, rendering her colorful casts vibrant and captivating through warm and humorous black and white illustrations. Additionally, this collection offers illustrated and retold editions of other Austen classics such as Emma, Persuasion, Sense and Sensibility, Mansfield Park, and Northanger Abbey, making it an ideal introduction to the timeless works of this renowned author for readers aged eight and up.

Weight: 216g
Dimension: 128 x 196 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781444962666