Regency Romance Classics – Jane Austen Collection (eBook)

Enriched edition. Captivating Regency Romance Classics with Astonishing Insights

Jane Austen (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
2078 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654778884-3 (EAN)

Infos

The "Regency Romance Classics 'Äì Jane Austen Collection" brings together the quintessential works of Jane Austen, capturing the nuances of early 19th-century English society. With her trademark wit and keen social commentary, Austen crafts intelligent narratives that explore the themes of love, class, and moral integrity. Her distinctive literary style, characterized by free indirect discourse, allows readers to engage intimately with her characters' thoughts, while her sharp observations on societal norms provide a critical backdrop against which the conflicts of romance and marriage unfold. This collection serves as a brilliant encapsulation of a vibrant literary tradition, embodying the elegant prose and subtle irony that define the Regency era. Jane Austen (1775-1817) was born into a rural gentry family, which significantly shaped her insight into social hierarchies and the marriage market of her time. Her experiences in a close-knit family, alongside her extensive reading and keen understanding of human nature, empowered her to present nuanced portrayals of women navigating societal expectations. Austen's life, marked by both intimate familial ties and the broader social milieu, influenced her creation of remarkably relatable characters, making her a trailblazer in the genre of romance. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricacies of romantic relationships in a historical context. Both casual readers and scholars will appreciate the depth of character and the sharp societal critiques embedded within these stories. Austen's works not only entertain but also invite careful reflection on the eternal propositions of love and societal roles.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 25.12.2023
• Einführung: Kara Brackley
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Kara Brackley
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • 19th century novels • Balzac • Beloved British Author • Bridgerton • british authors • Brontë • Character-driven narratives • classic british literature • Classic Literature • classic romantic fiction • Courtship Dynamics • Dangerous Liaisons • elegant writing style • English literary heritage • english novels • Female empowerment themes • female protagonists • historical fiction • Historical Romance • Historical romance collection • historical social norms • Jane Austen • literary classics • Little Women • Madame Bovary • Normal People • Regency era romance • Regency Romance • reminders of him • romantic novels • social class themes • strong female characters • The Elegance of the Hedgehog • The Midnight Library • The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo • the song of achilles • They Both Die at the End • Timeless love stories • Timeless Romance Novels • Victorian England society • witty social commentary • Women Writers