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Today is the 233rd anniversary of Jane Austen's birth on the 16th of December 1775 at Steventon Rectory, Hampshire England. Break out the port wine and sponge cake. Many regional JASNA chapters will be celebrating with gatherings & parties in her honor during the month of December. My local Puget Sound chapter was all set... Continue Reading →
GIFT NUMBER 3  Membership to the Jane Austen Society of North America  Give the ultimate gift of all things Austen with an annual or lifetime membership to the Jane Austen Society of North America. Dedicated to the enjoyment and appreciation of Jane Austen and her writing, their mission is to foster among the... Continue Reading →
She loved every body, was interested in every body's happiness, quick-sighted to every body's merits; thought herself a most fortunate creature, and surrounded with blessings in such an excellent mother and so many good neighbours and friends, and a home that wanted for nothing. The simplicity and cheerfulness of her nature, her contented and grateful... Continue Reading →
