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The History of England
Jane Austen
The History of England
Jane Austen
"The History of England" is a 1791 novel by English author Jane Austen. Written when she was just fifteen years old (it includes her original spelling quirks), it is a humorous burlesque on the popular history books contemporarily used in school. Within it, Austen comically mimics the style of writing characteristic of these books, mocking the dubious objectivity of the historians in question. With outrageous characters and Austen's famously sharp wit, "The History of England" constitutes a must-read for fans of Austen's work and would make for a worthy addition to any collection. Jane Austen (1775 - 1817) was an English author known primarily for her novels, which critique the 18th century English upper classes and contemporary novels of sensibility. Her use of irony coupled with biting social commentary and realism have led to her wide acclaim amongst scholars and critics, her work contributing to the transition to 19th-century literary realism. Other notable works by this author include: "Sense and Sensibility" (1811), "Pride and Prejudice" (1813), and "Mansfield Park" (1814). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.
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24 pages
Media | Books Hardcover Book (Book with hard spine and cover) |
Released | October 6, 2022 |
ISBN13 | 9781528771641 |
Publishers | Read Books |
Pages | 24 |
Dimensions | 147 × 224 × 9 mm · 168 g |
Language | English |
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