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The Letters of Jane Austen / Selected from the compilation of her great nephew, Edward, Lord Bradbourne
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- Gutenberg ID
- 42078
- Title
- The Letters of Jane Austen / Selected from the compilation of her great nephew, Edward, Lord Bradbourne
- Language
- en
- Book source
- Project Gutenberg
- Description max 80 words
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This collection presents a curated selection of Jane Austen's letters, offering an intimate glimpse into her daily life, social circle, and literary process. Edited by Sarah Chauncy Woolsey, the volume captures Austen's witty, unpretentious voice against the backdrop of early 19th-century England. It reveals a woman deeply engaged with her family and friends, finding calm amidst historical turmoil, and provides a charming, authentic portrait of the author behind the novels.
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Compiled by Sarah Chauncy Woolsey from the collection of Edward, Lord Brabourne, this volume presents a selection of letters written by Jane Austen between 1796 and 1817. The correspondence spans her residences at Steventon, Chawton, and Winchester, offering an intimate glimpse into her interactions with family, friends, and acquaintances. Austen's writing details her daily life, discussing her novels such as 'Sense and Sensibility' and 'Emma,' her plans for new gowns, local events like balls and exhibitions, and her observations on contemporary literature and politics. Her tone is consistently light, friendly, and devoid of affectation, creating a stark contrast with the dramatic historical events of the era, such as the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars, which she largely ignores in favor of domestic concerns. The collection includes poignant letters written after her death by her sister Cassandra, who describes Jane's final illness and expresses her profound grief. These final entries highlight the deep bond between the sisters and the sudden loss felt by the family. The letters collectively paint a picture of a woman who lived a quiet, uneventful life yet possessed a keen insight into human nature, creating timeless characters while maintaining a simple, grounded existence. The volume concludes with a note on Austen's death in July 1817 and her burial in Winchester Cathedral, emphasizing the enduring affection she commanded even in her own lifetime.
- LLM editorial rating
- 4.2/5
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- Jane Austen
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- Classics
- Biography
- Correspondence