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From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: What do we know about Jane Austen’s love life? Very little. The information that survives is found in her personal letters and from family recollections. Apart from the one proposal by Harris Bigg-Wither, no other known romances or love affairs were documented. For someone who wrote so perceptively... Continue Reading →
  about the biopic Miss Austen Regrets. #10.) Anne Hathaway was not available for a reprise cuz she got a better gig playing Agent 99. #9.) The costume designer passed on hoop skirts and hourglass silhouettes. #8.) Even though she was a country girl at heart, she got all edgy dancing a waltz. #7.) They... Continue Reading →
AFFECTION "And now, my dear Fanny, having written so much on one side of the question, I shall turn round and entreat you not to commit yourself farther, and not to think of accepting him unless you really do like him. Anything is to be preferred or endured rather than marrying without affection." Letter to... Continue Reading →
We must allow for difference of taste...the more I know of the world, the more am I convinced that I shall never see a man whom I can really love. I require so much! Marianne Dashwood, Sense & Sensibility, Chapter 3 The name of Jane Austen may be the most recognizable British literary figure in... Continue Reading →
 THE COMPLETE JANE AUSTEN SERIES  INITIATES NEW WEB SITE FEATURES It's official! In honor of the 'opening night' season premeire of Jane Austen's Persuasion, Masterpiece Theatre Classic has revealed their bright and shiny, new interactive web site; - - and it's ready for your perusal and enjoyment, full of all sorts of bells and whistles! Be prepared to be wowed, cuz... Continue Reading →
