SENSE & SENSIBILITY (Illustrated Edition) (eBook, ePUB) - Austen, Jane
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Jane Austen's 'Sense and Sensibility' is a timeless classic that navigates the societal norms and expectations of early 19th-century England. The novel follows the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, as they navigate love, loss, and betrayal. Austen's trademark wit and keen observation of human behavior shine through in this tale of two very different sisters and their contrasting approaches to life and romance. The novel is written in Austen's characteristic style of ironic social commentary and sharp characterizations, making it a compelling read for both literary enthusiasts and casual…mehr

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Jane Austen's 'Sense and Sensibility' is a timeless classic that navigates the societal norms and expectations of early 19th-century England. The novel follows the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, as they navigate love, loss, and betrayal. Austen's trademark wit and keen observation of human behavior shine through in this tale of two very different sisters and their contrasting approaches to life and romance. The novel is written in Austen's characteristic style of ironic social commentary and sharp characterizations, making it a compelling read for both literary enthusiasts and casual readers alike. The illustrated edition adds an extra layer of visual appeal to this beloved story.
Autorenporträt
Jane Austen, an illustrious English novelist, was born on December 16, 1775, in Steventon, Hampshire, England, into a family of modest means. Austen's literary genius often articulated itself through her incisive social commentary and profound exploration of the lives of women in early 19th-century English society. Her narratives, while deceptively localized in their geographical setting, have universally resonated with readers due to their timeless themes such as love, reputation, and social mobility. Austen's first published work, 'Sense and Sensibility (Illustrated Edition)', delineates the diverging personalities of the Dashwood sisters and their respective navigation of societal expectations and romantic ideals. The novel not only showcases Austen's talent for detailed character development but also demonstrates her adeptness in deploying irony, wit, and moral reflection. These literary tools enabled Austen to craft novels that, although steeped in the social milieu of the Regency era, remain poignant and relevant. Her writing style, characterized by the free indirect speech, allows readers intimate access to her characters' thoughts and feelings, often revealing a world rife with the constraints of propriety and social stratification. Austen's work, despite not being published under her name during her own lifetime, has subsequently earned her a distinguished place amongst the pantheon of English literature's greats. Her profound influence is evident not just in academia but also in the continual adaptions of her novels for stage and screen. Austen passed away on July 18, 1817, but her remarkable catalogue of six complete novels, numerous unfinished works, and juvenilia endures as a testament to her enduring legacy.
Jane Austen
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