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Jane Austen Information Page

Subject Area:

Literature

Address/URL:

http://www.pemberley.com/janeinfo/janeinfo.html

Description:

In this source, you'll find excellent biographical information, poems by and for Jane Austen, critical essays, information regarding her literary influences, and even annotated versions of several books including Pride and Prejudice. Jane Austen was one of the most powerful writers on the social mores of her times and used irony, humor, and a fine writing style to portray women and their life choices.

Remember that, as with any criticism or analysis, some of the information expresses the author's or others' opinions. (Read "Caveat" in the table of contents.)

How You Can Use This Source:

Relate Austen's writings to the events and social climate of her times.
Compare characters or themes across her works.
Relate Austen's personal experiences to those of her characters.

Go to Jane Austen Information Page.