Jane Austen in Context (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780521826440)

Covering many aspects of Jane Austen's life, works and historical context, this collection of essays provides the most complete one volume introduction to her life and times. The generously illustrated collection of concise contributions is arranged alphabetically, and covers topics ranging from biography to portraits, critical responses to translations, agriculture to transport. An essay on the reception of Austen's work is also included, showing how criticism of Austen has responded to literary movements and fashions.

Author: Janet Todd
ISBN-10: 0521826446
ISBN-13: 9780521826440
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 10/20/2005
Pages: 498
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.55lbs
Size: 8.78h x 6.34w x 1.16d