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The perfect gift for a literary lover Have you ever dreamt of Darcy? Wished for Wentworth? Or even envied the womanly wiles of Emma? Perhaps you want to know a bit more about the author who so accurately describes the ins and outs of courtship, and whose novels have never been out of print since they were first published nearly 200 years ago? If your nodding in excitement reading this then the Jane Austen Pocket Bible is one for you. This handy little book guides you through Austen’s beloved novels, explaining Regency manners, the class system, the importance of inheritance, and the delicate matter of landing a husband. Full of fascinating trivia about the world of Austen’s novels this book also contains details of Austen’s life, the writers who inspired her, the country estates which make up the settings for her romantic adventures, and details on the countless film and television adaptations which have been made. With facts on genteel dancing, a plan for an Austen dinner party and words of wisdom from the lady herself, it’s a must-have for every self-confessed Jane fan or those making their first foray into Austen’s carefully crafted world.

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A must read for novice readers of Jane Austen's oeuvre or neophytes who have just began to read one of her novels and would like to know more...very engaging and I highly recommend it The Gentle Madhouse

A must read for novice readers of Jane Austen's oeuvre or neophytes who have just began to read one of her novels and would like to know more...very engaging and I highly recommend it --The Gentle Madhouse

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Holly studied at the University of St Andrews where she attained an MA in English and an M.Litt in Romantic Studies. She currently lives in London where she works in publishing and continues to read Jane Austen and other classic novels voraciously.

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