Penelope Hughes-Hallett
Illustrated Letters of Jane Austen: Selected and Introduced by Penelope Hughes-Hallett
Illustrated Letters of Jane Austen: Selected and Introduced by Penelope Hughes-Hallett
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A beautifully illustrated account of Jane Austen's letters and correspondence, featuring portraits, facsimile letters, topographical engravings, and fashion plates, is presented in this book. The letters are organized into six periods of her life, covering various aspects of her life, such as the Hampshire countryside, social life in Bath and London, domestic pursuits, paying visits, and traveling by carriage.
\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 160 pages
\n Publication date: 02 May 2019
\n Publisher: Pavilion Books
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A captivating exploration into the world of Jane Austen's letters and correspondence unfolds through the pages of this beautifully illustrated masterpiece. It is widely acknowledged that Jane Austen, both as a woman and as an author, are inseparable, and this remarkable celebration of her letters exemplifies this assertion. The book is adorned with captivating portraits, facsimile letters, topographical engravings, and fashion plates, all working together to vividly bring to life the world that Jane Austen inhabited.
The letters, accompanied by insightful commentary by Penelope Hughes-Hallett, are organized into six distinct periods of Jane Austen's life, spanning from her early twenties in 1796 to her passing in 1817. These letters celebrate Jane Austen's remarkable ability to capture the essence of her perceptions, providing a profound companion to her renowned novels. While the book follows a broadly chronological structure, the letters are artfully arranged around visual themes, such as the picturesque Hampshire countryside, the vibrant social life in Bath and London, the intricacies of domestic pursuits, the joys of visiting and traveling by carriage.
The author, born in the picturesque Hampshire village of Steventon, holds a distinguished position as a lecturer on English Literature for both the Open University and the prestigious Oxford University Department of External Studies. Through her expertise and passion, she has enriched the lives of countless individuals by delving into the rich tapestry of English literature.
\n Weight: 718g\n
Dimension: 199 x 258 x 13 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781849945349\n
Edition number: 2 Revised edition\n
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