Some Words of Jane Austen

Jane Austen's novels are full of moral and psychological insights, but her values have been more felt than fully understood. Stuart M. Tave's book explores how words like "odd," "exertion," and "sensibility" hold the key to understanding the Regency authors language of moral values, tracing their force and function from Sense and Sensibility to Persuasion.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 06 May 2019
Publisher: The University of Chicago Press

Jane Austen's readers continue to revel in the fairness of her moral and psychological insights, yet for the majority, her values have remained a phenomenon more sensed than fully understood. In this insightful book, Stuart M. Tave delves into the core concepts prevalent throughout Austen's novels, exploring how words such as "odd," "exertion," and, of course, "sensibility" hold the key to unraveling the language of moral values employed by the Regency authors. Through a meticulous examination of these words' force and function, from Sense and Sensibility to Persuasion, Tave invites us to contemplate the peculiar and nuanced ways in which word choice shapes the conduct, moral standing, and self-awareness of Austen's remarkable characters. By delving into the intricate interplay between language and character, this book offers a fresh perspective on Austen's enduring legacy, shedding light on the profound impact of her words on the readers' perception and interpretation of her works.

Weight: 374g
Dimension: 142 x 215 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780226633398