Suite au décès de M. Dashwood, sa veuve et ses trois filles se voient contraintes de quitter le Sussex et le domaine familial de Norland. Elles se réfugient dans le Devon, à l'invitation d'un généreux parent, où une nouvelle vie, plus modeste les attend. Les soeurs aînées, Elinor et Maria, l'une plus raisonnable, l'autre plus sentimentale vont vivre leurs premiers émois amoureux non sans quelques revers. Un des premiers grands succès de Jane Austen qui parodie le roman " à l'eau de rose " tout en peignant une satire de la bonne société.
Une veuve spirituelle et jolie, mais sans un sou, trouve refuge chez son beau-frère, un riche banquier. Est-elle dénuée de scrupules, prête à tout pour faire un beau mariage, ou juste une coquette qui veut s'amuser ? Le jeune Reginald risque de payer cher la réponse à cette question... Grande dame du roman anglais, Jane Austen trace le portrait très spirituel d'une aventurière, dans la lignée des personnages d'Orgueil et préjugé et de Raison et sentiment.
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife.` So opens Jane Austens second novel Pride and Prejudice, which was first published in 1813. It follows the story of Mr and Mrs Bennet and their five single daughters. The whole town is set aflutter by the arrival of prosperous Mr Bingley and his friend Mr Darcy, and as the prejudice of the latter hurts the pride of headstrong Elizabeth Bennet, friendship, love, and strife enfold. Perhaps the most beloved of all of Austens work, Pride and Prejudice has been adapted numerous times, including in the 1995 BBC mini-series featuring Colin Firth as Mr Darcy, and the 2005 movie adaption by Joe Wright with Keira Knightley in the role of Elizabeth Bennet.
Jane Austen schreef ooit: "Ik ga een heldin nemen die alleen mijzelf zal bevallen."
Emma Woodhouse is misschien wel Jane Austens meest verleidelijke en gecompliceerde personage, vol intriges en uniciteit. Hoewel ze besloten heeft nooit te trouwen, is de jongvolwassen Emma Woodhouse een zelfbenoemde cupido die het op zich heeft genomen haar vriendinnen te helpen geschikte partners te vinden. Als duidelijk wordt dat ze over minder koppelkunsten beschikt dan gedacht, belandt Emma in het hart van verschillende romantische avonturen.
'Emma' is een roman over adolescente arrogantie en de gecompliceerde aard van romantische relaties. 'Emma' is een commentaar op de Engelse samenleving van de 19e eeuw en staat bol van Austens literaire humor en rijke en gedenkwaardige personages, waardoor het de voorloper is van hedendaagse romances. 'Emma' is verschillende keren aangepast voor een modern publiek, het meest recent in het Hollywood-komediedrama van 2020, met Anya Taylor-Joy en Johnny Flynn in de hoofdrollen.
Jane Austen (1775-1817) is een van de meest geliefde Britse schrijfsters aller tijden. Tijdens haar korte leven publiceerde ze zes romans: 'Gevoel en verstand', 'Pride and Prejudice', 'Mansfield Park', 'Emma', 'Northanger Abbey' en 'Persuasion', die vandaag allemaal als literaire klassiekers worden beschouwd. Haar schrijven staat bol van scherpe observaties over de maatschappij waarin zij evolueerde, maar is ook rijp voor tijdloze ironie en een stevige dosis humor. Ze heeft onsterfelijke personages gecreëerd die talloze auteurs, romans en films zoals Bridget Jones en Clueless hebben geïnspireerd.
Lorsque Anne Elliot et Frederick Wentworth se rencontrent, ils tombent amoureux et se fiancent secrètement. Mais la marraine de la jeune femme le considérant peu convenable, la persuade de mettre fin à cette union.
Après avoir fait fortune dans la Marine, Wentworth, devenu capitaine, revient en Angleterre et croise à nouveau Anne après des années de silence. Le temps, les non-dits et les incompréhensions auront-ils raison de leurs coeurs ?
Publié après la mort de Jane Austen, Persuasion est son dernier roman achevé.
Abordant le thème de la « seconde chance » en amour, il est considéré comme le plus abouti et le plus mature de tous.
La jeune Catherine Morland, fille de pasteur, ingénue, profite d'une invitation pour faire ses premiers pas auprès la bonne société dans la ville d'eau de Bath. Au grès des rencontres et des amitiés, elle poursuit son séjour à l'Abbaye de Northanger. Cette demeure moyenâgeuse attise l'imagination de la jeune héroïne qui pense vivre une aventure digne de ses lectures de chevet. Elle sera confronter à un tableau bien plus réaliste. Parodiant avec drôlerie la littérature gothique en vogue à l'époque, Jane Austen, par ce roman initiatique dépeint les moeurs de la bourgeoisie anglaise avec une ironie piquante.
Sense and Sensibility (1811) was Jane Austens first published novel. When their father dies the Dashwood sisters and their mother find themselves destitute and soon, under the influence of his greedy wife Fanny, their half-brother John forces them out of their home in Sussex and the bereaved women have to move to a distant relatives cottage in Devonshire. The two oldest sisters Elinor and Marianne struggle with their newfound lower status, as they fall in love and face heartbreak. Elinor is responsible and restrained whilst Marianne is passionately romantic but both have to meet societys expectations of respectable young ladies despite their hardships. As Austen writes, 'Young women who have no economic or political power must attend to the serious business of contriving material security'. Like Pride and Prejudice and Emma, Sense and Sensibility features Austens trademark witty writing and was, amongst other, turned into the award-winning eponymous 1995 movie, featuring Kate Winslet, Emma Thompson, Hugh Grant, and Alan Rickman.
`300 Quotes from English Writers' is a carefully crafted collection of quotes from some of England's greatest-ever writers, including Jane Austen and William Shakespeare.
Between them, they are responsible for many of the world's most famous literary works, such as `Hamlet', `Macbeth', `Sense and Sensibility', and `Pride and Prejudice'. This compilation contains many famous quotes and is guaranteed to inspire, educate, and amuse.
`300 Quotes from English Writers' will delight fans of some of the greatest English authors.
Jane Austen (1775 -1817) was an English novelist, best known for her novels `Sense and Sensibility' (1811), `Pride and Prejudice' (1813), and `Emma' (1816). Her work has been adapted for TV and film on many occasions, including the TV series `Sanditon'.
William Shakespeare (1564 - 1616) was an English playwright and poet, considered the greatest writer in the English language and the world's greatest-ever dramatist. His works have been adapted for film, radio, theatre, and TV all around the world, and his writing continues to inspire and delight audiences to this day.
Georg Christoph Lichtenberg (1742 - 1799) was a German-born English physicist and satirist.
`300 Quotes from Inspiring Women' is a collection of inspirational, humorous, and insightful quotes from women who have left an indelible mark on history with their bravery, wisdom, and selflessness.
This uplifting compilation includes memorable thoughts and words from Anne Frank, Jane Eyre, and Mother Teresa.
`300 Quotes from Inspiring Women' is ideal for those needing some extra motivation from three inspirational female figures.
Jane Austen (1775 -1817) was an English novelist, best-known for her novels ´Sense and Sensibility' (1811), `Pride and Prejudice' (1813), `Mansfield Park' (1814), and `Emma' (1816). Her work has been adapted for TV and film on many occasions, including the TV series `Sanditon'.
Anne Frank (1929 - 1945) was a German-Dutch jew who famously wrote a diary that detailed life in Holland under Nazi occupation, called `The Diary of a Young Girl'.
Mother Teresa (1910 -1997) was born in North Macedonia and became a Roman Catholic nun and missionary. She spent most of her life in India helping the poor and the sick and won the 1979 Nobel Peace Prize.
Please note: This audiobook has been created using AI voice.
When her husband dies and leaves his estate to his son from a former marriage, Mrs. Dashwood and her three daughters are offered a cottage on the estate of a distant relative. The two oldest daughters fall in love, only to find that the objects of their affection have secrets that throw their lives into an uproar. The reserved oldest daughter and impetuous, fiery middle daughter will take very different journeys to discovering the true worth of their respective beaus.
Published in 1811, Sense and Sensibility, was largely written fifteen years earlier, when Austen was approximately the same age as her older protagonist Elinor. It was published anonymously ("By A Lady"), possibly due to propriety, or perhaps because she wanted to avoid any negative publicity if the book was not wellreceived. She needn't have worried; it sold out its first printing of a modest 750 copies. She used welldefined characters, humor, and satire to paint a vivid picture of life in the England of George III, with all of its manners, class issues, and unwritten rules of behavior. That it's still being read over two hundred years later is a testimony to her brilliance.
Met Gevoel en verstand debuteerde de beroemde Britse schrijfster Jane Austen in 1811. Alleen: het boek verscheen anoniem. Het werd een enorm succes en lanceerde de carrière van Austen, die hierna nog vijf zeer belangrijke romans zou schrijven.
Het verhaal speelt zich af in de Britse bovenklasse van de late achttiende eeuw. De familie Dashwood woont op een groot landgoed. Na zijn dood laat hij alles na aan zijn zoon uit een eerder huwelijk, waardoor zijn weduwe en zijn drie dochters in de problemen komen.
In de kern draait het verhaal vooral om twee van de drie zussen, Elinor en Marianne. Zij vertegenwoordigen het gevoel en verstand uit de titel: Marianne vertrouwt op haar gevoel, terwijl Elinor uitgaat van haar verstand.
Het boek is twee keer bewerkt tot serie, maar het bekendst is de bekroonde verfilming uit 1995.
Jane Austen's fourth and funniest novel introduces us to many different characters. We learn about their relationships and love life. Emma Woodhouse is a twenty-year-old girl, whose governess, Miss Tylor, has recently married a Mr Weston. Emma takes credit for their marriage and decides that she is naturally gifted in conjuring love matches. This becomes her new hobby and she starts arranging dates for her acquaintances. Does Emma really have any talent for matchmaking or she cause more unhappiness than she can imagine? Find the answers in Jane Austen's novel "Emma" from 1815.
B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere.
Jane Austen (1775-1817) is one of the most beloved British writers of all time. During her short life she published six novels: "Sense and Sensibility", "Pride and Prejudice", "Mansfield Park", "Emma", "Northanger Abbey" and "Persuasion", all of which are considered literary classics today. Her writing is full of sharp observations on the society in which she evolved, as well as ripe with timeless irony, and a solid dose of humor. She has created immortal characters that have inspired countless authors, novels, and movies such as "Bridget Jones" and "Clueless".
Rediscover one of the greatest love stories of all time with this new audio edition of Pride and Prejudice, masterfully narrated by actress Adjoa Andoh ('Bridgerton', 'Doctor Who').
Pride and Prejudice's prolific status as a beloved story is thanks to its dynamic, ever-evolving central characters, as well as the strength of the wit and satire wielded by Austen. It is a love story, yes, but it is also a profound critique of Georgian high society and the plight of women.
Without a male heir, the Bennet daughters risk losing their home and their income when their father, Mr Bennet, passes. To save the family, the sisters must marry - and most importantly, marry well. It is in this predicament that we find the smart and spirited Elizabeth Bennet, who despite pressure from her family, is determined to live and marry on her own terms. The arrival of the haughty, wealthy Mr Darcy who is impervious to her charms begins a timeless comedy of manners, and endless drama, where first impressions are just not what they seemed.
Pride and Prejudice is a classic tale with numerous screen adaptations, most notably the BBC's TV adaptation starring Colin Firth and an Oscar-nominated film starring Keira Knightley.
British actress Adjoa Andoh has had a prolific career on both the stage and screen, from starring roles in the Royal Shakespeare Company and at the National Theatre to popular television Bridgerton and the Witcher. She now delivers a captivating performance, breathing new life into this much-loved novel.
There are few authors as iconic as Jane Austen (1775-1817). Her body of work contains some of the most beloved books and characters of all time which have been in print for over two hundred years and sold millions of copies worldwide.
Austen was a trailblazer, famed for her satire, her astute social commentary and her strong-willed, passionate heroines.
Her ability to wield humour with realism has found her favour with critics and readers for generations.
Her most famous works include Pride and Prejudice (1813), Emma (1816), Sense and Sensibility (1811) and Persuasion (1818), all of which have received success in adaptations for the screen, stage and radio.
In a new audio adaptation of some of Austen's lesser known works, Avita Jay brings to life the wit and satire of one of England's greatest authors.
In Austen's final and unfinished novel, Charlotte Heywood finds herself caught up in the comings and goings of the lively seaside resort "Sanditon". It is a story filled with a cast of colourful characters, from the widowed Lady Denham to wealthy Caribbean heiress, Georgiana Lambe, and the dashing, Sidney Parker. Naturally, romance and scandal ensue.
The incomplete story has inspired many writers to take the work into their own hands, including the popular adaptation by the ITV, starring Theo James.
"Lady Susan" is an epistolary novel that follows the charming, irreverent, newly widowed Lady Susan. Beautiful, flirtatious and utterly, unashamed, she goes about seducing a married man, terrorizing her relatives, and subverting all expectations of the maudlin, frumpy widow.
The book was adapted for the screen under the name "Love and Friendship" in 2016 and stars Kate Beckinsale, Chloe Sevigny, Xavier Samuel and Stephen Fry.
Another unfinished novel, "The Watsons" follows Emma Watson, the youngest daughter of a poor clergyman who was raised by a wealthy aunt. Returning home, she is bored by her husband-hunting sisters, but soon catches the eye of local gentleman, Lord Osbourne.
There are few authors as iconic as Jane Austen (1775-1817). Her body of work contains some of the most beloved books and characters of all time which have been in print for over two hundred years and sold millions of copies worldwide.
Austen was a trailblazer, famed for her satire, her astute social commentary and her strong-willed, passionate heroines.
Her ability to wield humour with realism has found her favour with critics and readers for generations.
Her most famous works include Pride and Prejudice (1813), Emma (1816), Sense and Sensibility (1811) and Persuasion (1818), all of which have received success in adaptations for the screen, stage and radio.
Please note: This audiobook has been created using AI voice.
At the age of 10, Fanny Price, the daughter of a poor Portsmouth family, is sent to live with her wealthy uncle's family, the Bertrams, at the country estate of Mansfield Park. The Bertrams treat her cruelly at first, and Fanny has trouble fitting in. Her female cousins, Maria and Julia, are fashionable and vapid, and her elder male cousin, Tom, is a drunk. The only family member she feels a connection to is the younger Edmund, who is preparing for life in the clergy.
When her uncle leaves to manage business in Antigua, Henry and Mary Crawford, siblings from the region, come to live at Mansfield Park as well. Their arrival begins a series of romantic engagements that strains the entire family's relationships.
Mansfield Park is unusual in that despite it being a great public success, with the first edition selling out in six months and a second edition selling out two years later, it wasn't publicly reviewed until 1821, seven years after it was first published. Contemporary reviews were generally good, praising the novel's morality. Modern reviews are more mixed, making it one of Austen's more controversial works. Modern critics have called it everything from eccentric and difficult to thoughtful and profound, with any number of interpretations possible depending on the lens one views the work through.
Rediscover Emma in this new, lively audio edition, narrated by acclaimed West End actress Kathryn Drysdale
Looking to delve a little deeper into the treasure trove of Jane Austen's great works? Well, look no further. Austen's novel 'Emma' was revolutionary in it's narrative technique and brilliantly showcases the evolution of Austen's writings.
In this brand new audio edition, acclaimed West-End actress Kathryn Drysdale deftly performs the quaint and playful story of a beautiful, rich and clever young heiress who, despite having decided never to marry, takes it upon herself to play cupid in her small home town.
As it becomes evident that her self-proclaimed match-making skills are borne of delusion, Emma finds herself at the heart of several romantic misadventures. Emma herself however, is completely blind to the havoc she wreaks when meddling with other people's lives. It is a novel powered by the strength and dynamism of its brilliant ensemble of characters, as Emma's antics continue to lead herself and all those around her astray.
Emma is a stunning novel which has also been adapted for screen several times, most notably the 2020 Film starring Anya Taylor-Joy. Kathryn Drysdale, known for her recent role in Netflix's period drama, Bridgerton skillfully portrays Austen's rich dialogue and multi-dimensional characters in this must-read classic.
The audiobook is narrated by acclaimed West End actress Kathryn Drysdale.
There are few authors as iconic as Jane Austen (1775-1817). Her body of work contains some of the most beloved books and characters of all time which have been in print for over two hundred years and sold millions of copies worldwide.
Austen was a trailblazer, famed for her satire, her astute social commentary and her strong-willed, passionate heroines.
Her ability to wield humour with realism has found her favour with critics and readers for generations.
Her most famous works include Pride and Prejudice (1813), Emma (1816), Sense and Sensibility (1811) and Persuasion (1818), all of which have received success in adaptations for the screen, stage and radio.
Jane Austen is one of the most widely read British authors. Her realism and biting irony make for a very lively read, and the quality of her plots have earned her a high-ranking place into the hearts of scholars. Her greatest stories sparkled a wave of adaptations in the last decades, because of their touching modernity and the realism of their reflections on the attitude of women about marriage and social standing. Pride and Prejudice has been called the second most beloved book of all British production; Sense and Sensibility, Mansfield Park, and Emma are also seminal works which have inspired countless readers. We have selected for you 100 inspirational quotes by Jane Austen, to provide you with the most intense of her reflections, thoughts and analysis about women and feminism, love, romance, and social institutions. Enjoy the style of this most beloved author and take pleasure in her lively, humorous words.
