The Story Of Jane Austen's Life (1891)

by Oscar Fay Adams

Book Overview

""The Story of Jane Austen's Life"" is a biographical book written by Oscar Fay Adams and first published in 1891. It follows the life of the renowned British novelist, Jane Austen, from her childhood to her untimely death at the age of 41. The book explores Austen's family background, her education, her early attempts at writing, and her eventual rise to fame as a novelist. Adams delves into Austen's personal life, including her relationships with family members and friends, as well as her romantic pursuits. He discusses the societal norms and expectations of the time period in which Austen lived and how they influenced her writing. The book also includes insights into the publishing industry during Austen's lifetime and the critical reception of her works.Adams' writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a well-rounded understanding of Austen's life and legacy. The book is a must-read for Austen fans and anyone interested in the history of literature and the lives of female writers in the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165921251
• ISBN13: 9781165921256
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"