ENL252 Women in Literature: Find Library Material

A critical presentation of Jane Austen's six major works of fiction, including perrenial favourites "Emma" and "Pride and Predjudice". It examimes Austen's own background and the historical context of the characters and events in the novels.

"Mastering the Novels of Jane Austen is the ideal companion for anyone studying the works of this enduring literary figure. An engaging account of the six most-read Austen novels, this book captures the imagination with its fresh and lively approach." "This book provides a detailed critique of Northanger Abbey, Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, Emma and Persuasion; links the significance of the works from the past to the present day in the light of contemporary attitudes to women, tradition and innovation; explores the influence of art, architecture, music, literature, theology, philosophy, history and politics in the novels; discusses traditional and contemporary literary theory; and examines Austen's use of wit and irony, as well as the nuances of her vocabulary."--Jacket

"This book offers a one-volume study of Jane Austen that is both a critical introduction and a contribution to the study of one of the most popular British novelists. Darryl Jones provides students with an overview of Austen's work and an idea of the current state of critical debate."--Jacket.

Contains biographical and critical essays on 1,328 American women writers covering all genres and all periods of American history.