Bøker av Jane Austen

These three short works show Austen experimenting with a variety of different literary styles, from melodrama to satire, and exploring a range of social classes and settings. The early epistolary novel LADY SUSAN depicts an unscrupulous coquette, toying with the affections of several men. In contrast, THE WATSONS is a delightful fragment, whose spirited heroine - Emma - finds her marriage opportunities limited by poverty and pride. Meanwhile SANDITON, set in a seaside resort, offers a glorious cast of hypochondriacs and spectators, treated by Austen with both amusement and scepticism.

This illustrated edition of Emma by Jane Austen includes beautifully crafted illustrations, a detailed summary, an insightful author biography, and a comprehensive list of characters.Emma is a timeless classic by Jane Austen that masterfully explores themes of love, social class, and self-discovery. The story revolves around Emma Woodhouse, a charming yet headstrong young woman who delights in matchmaking while remaining oblivious to the true desires of her own heart. Set in the idyllic English countryside, this witty and heartwarming tale captures the complexities of relationships and personal growth.This edition enriches the reading experience with stunning illustrations that bring the story to life, along with a detailed summary for quick understanding, a biography that delves into the life of Jane Austen, and a character list to guide readers through the novel's rich cast. Perfect for both avid Austen fans and newcomers, this illustrated edition is a must-have for any literary collection.

The final words to flow from Charlotte Brontë's pen, and published shortly after her death, Emma is a compelling and powerful short work that stands on its own two feet, and leaves the reader to dream where the great writer was headed to next.

A treasure for all lovers of Jane Austen, this authoritative and attractive new edition is accessible and informative for readers at all levels. With helpful notes and enlightening prefaces, it presents the general reader with the celebrated published novels alongside the unpublished writings, from Austen's youth to her final years.

Jane Austen’s beloved classic Sense and Sensibility is beautifully presented in this collector’s edition. Elinor Dashwood is thoughtful, considerate, and calm. Her younger sister Marianne is emotional and wildly romantic. Both are looking for a husband, but neither Elinor’s reason nor Marianne’s passion can lead them to perfect happiness, as Marianne falls for an unscrupulous rascal and Elinor becomes attached to a man who’s already engaged. In Jane Austen’s debut novel, published in 1811, the foibles of romance, human nature, and social manners are explored with great wit and irony. No wonder the novel has been beloved by readers for over 200 years. This Deluxe Edition features: An elegant faux-leather cover Foil embossed designsUnabridged textSure to be a cherished part of any bibliophile’s collection, this gorgeous volume will be enjoyed for years to come.Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, Chartwell Deluxe Editions offer beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other deluxe classics from Chartwell include Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Anne of Green Gables, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, The Iliad, Inferno, Irish Fairy and Folk Tales, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Little Women, Meditations,and The Republic.

This collection pulls together the teenage Austen's short writings about 'couples', which show off the biting wit and satire which are now so associated with her name.

Written when Austen was still an adolescent, Frederic and Elfrida is a witty and inventive parody that brilliantly sends up the conventions of romantic fiction.

This complete collection of Jane Austen's childhood writings, including her sister Cassandra's illustrations to Jane's 'The History of England', vividly showcases their rambunctious, indecorous and surreal character. Explanatory endnotes illuminate the cultural, historical and literary context, bringing Jane Austen's world to life.

Elizabeth Bennet navigates the complexities of love, family, and pride. Her independent spirit clash with the aloof Mr. Darcy, leading to a battle of misunderstandings and growing attraction.

During his reign, Lord Cobham was burnt alive, but I forget what for.In Jane Austen's breezy and entirely biased telling of English history, Mary, Queen of Scots is a scandalously wronged victim, Elizabeth I is a wicked villain and most historical facts and dates are cheerfully disregarded. It is accompanied here by other riotous early pieces in which young women steal money, escape from prison, agree to marry two men at once, faint and repeatedly 'run mad'.