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The Cambridge Introduction to Jane Austen - Cambridge Introductions to Literature 2 Revised edition
Todd, Janet (University of Cambridge)
The Cambridge Introduction to Jane Austen - Cambridge Introductions to Literature 2 Revised edition
Todd, Janet (University of Cambridge)
The thoroughly revised second edition of this innovative introduction by a leading scholar and editor of Austen's work explains what students need to know about her novels, life, context and reception. An essential purchase for students of Austen, as well as readers wanting to deepen their appreciation of the novels.
Marc Notes: Previous edition: 2006.; Includes bibliographical references and index.; Jane Austen is unique among British novelists in maintaining her popular appeal while receiving more scholarly attention now than ever before. This innovative introduction by a leading scholar and editor of her work explains what students need to know about her novels, life, context and reception. Brief Description: Second edition of an innovative introduction explaining what students need to know about Austen's novels, life, context and reception. Table of Contents: Preface; 1. Life and times; 2. The literary context; 3. Northanger Abbey; 4. Sense and Sensibility; 5. Pride and Prejudice; 6. Mansfield Park; 7. Emma; 8. Persuasion; 9. Austenmania: Jane Austen's global life; Afterword.
Contributor Bio: Todd, Janet Janet Todd is Herbert JC Grierson Professor of English Literature at the University of Aberdeen.
Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | February 19, 2015 |
ISBN13 | 9781107494701 |
Publishers | Cambridge University Press |
Genre | Cultural Region > British Isles |
Pages | 208 |
Dimensions | 154 × 228 × 12 mm · 292 g |
Language | English |
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