Janine Barchas
Matters of Fact in Jane Austen: History, Location, and Celebrity
- ISBN 13:
- 9781421411910
- author:
- Janine Barchas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 2.1 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Poetry, Drama & Criticism, History & Criticism, Literary Theory & Movements
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover how Jane Austen's novels allude to real-life celebrities and historical figures of her time. Janine Barchas explores the connections between Austen's fiction and the world around her, uncovering new insights into the writer's work. Austen's use of famous names and locations is a bold move that plays with the tension between truth and invention in the realist novel. By drawing on historical figures and places, Austen creates a unique interpretive effect, often subverting associations for comedic intent. This book re-situates Austen's work within the context of her contemporary Sir Walter Scott's historical novels, offering a fresh perspective on the beloved writer's work. With extensive research and a wealth of historical facts, this investigation sheds new light on Austen's writing style and its relevance to our understanding of her novels.
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