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Emma is a novel about youthful hubris and the perils of misconstrued romance....As in her other novels, Austen explores the concerns and difficulties of genteel women living in Georgian-Regency England; she also creates a lively comedy of manners among her characters. Before she began the novel, Austen wrote, "I am going to take a heroine whom no one but myself will much like." In the very first sentence she introduces the title character as "Emma Woodhouse, handsome, clever, and rich." Emma, however, is also rather spoiled, headstrong, and self-satisfied; she greatly overestimates her own ...

Pride and Prejudice is a novel by Jane Austen, first published in 1813. The story follows the main character Elizabeth Bennet as she deals with issues of manners, upbringing, morality, education and marriage in the society of the landed gentry of early 19th-century England. Elizabeth is the second of five daughters of a country gentleman, living near the fictional town of Meryton in Hertfordshire, near London. In this reading, Librivox volunteers lend their voices to dramatize Jane Austen's classic and well-loved novel. (Summary by Wikipedia and wildemoose)Cast:Mrs. Bennet: Beth ThomasMr. ...

The story is about Elinor and Marianne, two daughters of Mr Dashwood by his second wife. They have a younger sister, Margaret, and an older half-brother named John. When their father dies, the family estate passes to John, and the Dashwood women are left in reduced circumstances. The novel follows the Dashwood sisters to their new home, a cottage on a distant relative's property, where they experience both romance and heartbreak. The contrast between the sisters' characters is eventually resolved as they each find love and lasting happiness. Through the events in the novel, Elinor and Marianne...

More than eight years before the novel opens, Anne Elliot, then a lovely, thoughtful, warm-hearted 19 year old, accepted a proposal of marriage from the handsome young naval officer Frederick Wentworth. He was clever, confident, and ambitious, but poor and with no particular family connections to recommend him. Sir Walter, Anne's fatuous, snobbish father and her equally self-involved older sister Elizabeth were dissatisfied with her choice, maintaining that he was no match for an Elliot of Kellynch Hall, the family estate. Her older friend and mentor, Lady Russell, acting in place of Anne's ...

Love and Freindship [sic] is a melodramatic epistolary novelette written by Jane Austen when she was fourteen years old. Although the novels Austen became known for were not published until she was in her thirties, she was an active writer from the age of twelve, frequently composing epistolary works such as Love and Freindship. Austen eventually compiled 29 of her early writings in three notebooks that became known as the Juvenilia and that she called “Volume the First”, “Volume the Second”, and “Volume the Third”, including Love and Freindship in “Volume the Second”. Love and...

Lesley Castle is a melodramatic epistolary novelette written by Jane Austen when she was sixteen years old. Although the novels Austen became known for were not published until she was in her thirties, she was an active writer from the age of twelve, frequently composing epistolary works such as Lesley Castle. Austen eventually compiled 29 of her early writings in three notebooks that became known as the Juvenilia and that she called “Volume the First”, “Volume the Second”, and “Volume the Third”, including Lesley Castle in “Volume the Second”. Lesley Castle is set ...

Con Emma Jane Austen creó a su protagonista favorita, una joven rica, bonita, lianta y divertida, que solo busca el mejor marido para su amiga. Emma Woodhouse está empeñada en hacer de celestina de todas sus amistades. Inteligente, cariñosa y bastante mimada, cuando la que fuera su...

Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen comes to life in this captivating audiobook, narrated by Brady Smith from Another World Audiobooks. Follow the Dashwood sisters—practical Elinor and passionate Marianne—as they navigate love, heartbreak, and societal expectations in 19th-century England. With wit, romance, and sharp social commentary, Austen’s timeless classic is masterfully brought to life through Smith’s engaging narration. Perfect for longtime Austen fans and newcomers alike, this audiobook invites you into a world of elegance, emotion, and enduring charm.

Mansfield Park is Jane Austen's 1814 novel focusing on Fanny Price, the daughter of a poor Portsmouth family, who is taken to live with her aunt and uncle Bertram's family on their estate at the age of ten. Surrounded by her wealthy and privileged cousins, and continually reminded of her lower status by her bullying Aunt Norris, Fanny grows up timid and shy, but with a strong sense of ethics, partly instilled by her kindly cousin Edmund. Fanny's gratitude and friendship for Edmund gradually grow into love, but the introduction of Mary and Henry Crawford, a captivating sister and brother, into ...

As one of Jane Austen’s most beloved works, Pride and Prejudice has delighted listeners since its first publication in the early 19th Century. Here, all 61 chapters are masterfully brought to life by seasoned actor and vocal artist Stephanie Poppins. Her bright and energetic performance...

At ten years old, Fanny is sent to live with rich relatives at Mansfield Park. Fanny doesn't fit in there but she is grateful for the friendship of her cousin, Edmund. Years later, the arrival of Henry and Mary Crawford upsets their quiet lives. With even Edmund acting differently, can Fanny stay true to herself?

Join us for a captivating dramatic reading of Jane Austens timeless classic, Emma. Experience the wit, romance, and social intricacies of early 19th-century England as we delve into the life of the charming yet misguided matchmaker, Emma Woodhouse. This enchanting performance brings the beloved characters and their witty banter to life, immersing listeners in a world of love, friendship, and self-discovery.

Sono qui raccolti i più dissacranti inediti giovanili dell'autrice, brevi racconti popolati di ubriaconi, avvelenatori ed evasi, scritti per il divertimento della famiglia. La bella Cassandra (1788) è una giovane donna che si lancia nel mondo per fare fortuna e la cui storia si trasforma in una parodia dei romanzi sentimentali e gotici molto apprezzati all'epoca.

The reduced circumstances of the Dashwood family cast a shadow over the romantic aspirations of daughters Elinor and Marianne - who must learn to mix sense with sensibility in approaching their problems with both money and men...

Have you ever wondered why the quest for true love is so often entangled with wealth and social standing? Jane Austen's novels are far more than simple romances. They are sharp, satirical, and deeply moving examinations of the human heart set against the rigid backdrop of Regency England. This definitive quartet brings together four of her most celebrated works. Through the eyes of her flawed, resilient heroines, experience the intricate dance of courtship, the pressure to marry well, and the joy of finding a true partner.

From New York Times bestselling author and creator of the beloved Mr. Darcy & Miss Tilney mystery series comes a continuation of Jane Austen’s famous unfinished novel Jane Austen’s unsung heroine, Ada Watson, is a privileged girl living with her wealthy aunt and uncle absent any meaningful...

Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen comes to life in this captivating audiobook, narrated by Brady Smith from Another World Audiobooks. Follow the Dashwood sisters—practical Elinor and passionate Marianne—as they navigate love, heartbreak, and societal expectations in 19th-century England.

Enjoy 3 Full Audiobooks for the Price of One! Step into the witty, romantic, and sharply observed world of Jane Austen with this essential collection featuring three of her most beloved novels: Sense and Sensibility, Emma, and Pride and Prejudice. Experience the enduring allure of Austen's intricate plots, unforgettable characters like the Dashwood sisters, Emma Woodhouse, and Elizabeth Bennet, and sparkling social commentary. Each timeless story of love, manners, and society is brought vividly to life through the narration of Brady Smith.

Obra maestra de la narrativa del XIX y una de las grandes novelas de Jane Austen, Emma cuenta la historia de una inteligente y laboriosa joven empeñada en hacer de Celestina de todas sus amistades. Cuando su institutriz, amiga y confidente decide contraer matrimonio, Emma Woodhouse se queda sola con sus propios sentimientos y se enfrenta al vacío de su vida y a la penosa tarea de intentar que los demás lleven una vida tan perfecta como la suya.

Dans les salons et les salles de bal du Regency England, la réputation est primordiale et l'amour est rarement simple. Lorsque l'intelligente Elizabeth Bennet rencontre le réservé et fortuné M. Darcy, leur première impression ressemble plus à du mépris mutuel qu'à une flamme romantique. Elizabeth perçoit de l'arrogance là où Darcy se considère simplement comme prudent et les malentendus se transforment rapidement en préjugés de part et d'autre.