Austen and Brontës: Complete Novels of Jane Austen, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë & Anne Brontë (eBook)

Charlotte Brontë, Anne Brontë, Emily Brontë, Jane Austen (Autoren)

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2023
4760 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654776232-4 (EAN)

Infos

The "Austen and Brontës: Complete Novels of Jane Austen, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë & Anne Brontë" anthology offers a remarkable convergence of two literary dynasties that have shaped the canonical landscape of English literature. Bringing together the timeless social satire and romantic entanglements of Austen with the poignant, gothic elements of the Brontës' narratives, this collection traverses a wide-ranging literary terrain. From the restrained irony of Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice' to the haunting intensity of Emily Brontë's 'Wuthering Heights,' this anthology offers readers a panoramic view of the nuanced worlds constructed by these eminent authors, each contributing significantly to 19th-century fiction. The Brontë sisters and Jane Austen, though distinct in style and narrative approach, collectively represent profound explorations of societal norms, gender roles, and the intricacies of human relationships. Born into periods of societal transformation, these authors channel personal and cultural experiences into their writing, echoing the constraints and liberties of their time. The anthology not only delves into the Romantic and Victorian literary movements but also emphasizes each author's pioneering contributions to the emergence of the modern novel, their narrative innovations, and their keen psychological insights. Readers are invited to engage with these extraordinary novels not just as individual works but as parts of a broader dialogue between the Brontë sisters and Austen. This collection is an invaluable treasure trove for enthusiasts of classic literature, offering opportunities to savor the diverse narrative voices and styles. It promises an enriching journey through the triumphant craft of Austen and the Brontës, serving both as an educational cornerstone and a relational tapestry in the nuanced examination of enduring themes that resonate through time.

Autor

Charlotte Brontë (1816-1855) was an English novelist and poet, heralded for her contribution to English literature during the Victorian era. Best recognized for her novel 'Jane Eyre' (1847), Brontë published under the male pseudonym Currer Bell to skirt societal norms that often dismissed women's literature. The eldest of the surviving Brontë sisters - a literary family that included Emily and Anne, Charlotte was born in Thornton and grew up in Haworth, Yorkshire. Her experiences with loss, hardship, and her tenure as a governess informed her work, marked by its unflinching exploration of social criticism, morality, and proto-feminist themes. Alongside her masterwork, her novels 'Shirley' (1849) and 'Villette' (1853) further solidify her legacy. Brontë's acute examination of class, gender, and identity, coupled with her innovative narrative techniques, cemented her place among the literary pantheon. Though she passed away at the young age of 38, her works endure, stirring contemporary discussions of the intricate interplay between women's inner lives and societal constraints. The compilation 'Austen and Brontës: Complete Novels of Jane Austen, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë & Anne Brontë' underscores the profound influence of the Brontë sisters, alongside Austen, in shaping English literature. Brontë's work remains invaluable to scholars and readers, illustrating the enduring power of narrative to challenge and reshape cultural mores.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 23.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century women authors • Bridget Jones • British literary giants • British romantic novels • Brontë sisters anthology • Classic English literature collection • classic literature collection • Diana Gabaldon • Digital edition classics • English countryside settings • english literary fiction • Everything We Keep • feminist narrative exploration • From Sand and Ash • gothic family sagas • Gothic literature classics • gothic romance fiction • Historical romantic drama • independence and identity • Independent female protagonists • jane austen complete works • Literary evolution studies • literary sisters of England • Love • nineteenth century england • Nora Roberts • One Summer in Bath • Regency era novels • Rich People Problems • Rules of Civility • rural England settings • satirical social commentary • Social commentary narratives • the song of achilles • victorian era fiction • victorian era novels • Victorian era romance • women and children first • Women's literary classics • Yorkshire dramatic landscapes