Amy, Helen

Jane Austen's Men

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ISBN 13:
9781398110434
author:
Amy, Helen
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Amberley Publishing
language:
English
Publication Year:
2024
Pages:
288
Dimensions:
24.4 x 16.6 x 3.5 centimetres (0
Genre:
Nonfiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£18.39

Description

Jane Austen's Men: Exploring the Lives and Portrayals of Her Male Characters. In late Georgian and Regency England, men dominated society, holding positions of power and authority. Women were relegated to subservient roles, with limited opportunities for personal or professional development. This book delves into the lives of the men who influenced Jane Austen's writing, including those in her own household, and how they shaped her portrayal of masculinity. Through an in-depth examination of the male characters in Austen's novels, this book reveals the complex relationships between men and women during this period. It also explores how Austen drew inspiration from real-life individuals and how she maintained a delicate balance between depicting the dominant position of men and the limited agency of women. By examining the lives and portrayals of Austen's male characters, readers can gain insight into the social dynamics of 19th-century England and the ways in which Austen navigated the patriarchal society in which she lived.

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