Synopsis

Jane Austen “I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine.” ― Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice Jane Austen, born in 1775 in Kent, was the youngest of seven children. She spent much of her childhood with her sister and was influenced by her father's parsonage. After finishing school in Oxford, Jane began writing as a pastime and excelled in housekeeping and embroidery. Her exposure to middle-class society sharpened her imagination, and she wrote parodies and sentimental fiction. Jane's six full-length novels, published anonymously, have enthralled millions of readers over the years. She passed away at the age of 41 in 1817. Jane Austen's six full-length novels have made her immortal in the world of English Classics. Interestingly, she chose to publish her classic novels anonymously, which have enthralled millions of readers over the years and inspired numerous Jane Austen fan clubs and active websites. This collection includes: Sense & Sensibility Pride and Prejudice Mansfield Park Emma Northanger Abbey Persuasion.

About the Author

Jane Austen was born on December 16, 1775 at Steventon near Basingstoke, the seventh child of the rector of the parish. She lived with her family at Steventon until they moved to Bath when her father retired in 1801. After his death in 1805, she moved around with her mother; in 1809, they settled in Chawton, near Alton, Hampshire. Here she remained, except for a few visits to London, until in May 1817 she moved to Winchester to be near her doctor. There she died on July 18, 1817. As a girl Jane Austen wrote stories, including burlesques of popular romances. Her works were only published after much revision, four novels being published in her lifetime.