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Book Description |
| Emma is a charming tale of love, mischief, and personal growth, centered around the witty, well-meaning, and somewhat misguided heroine, Emma Woodhouse. A young woman of good fortune and high social standing, Emma takes it upon herself to play matchmaker for her friends, convinced that she knows best when it comes to matters of the heart. However, her matchmaking efforts lead to misunderstandings, complications, and emotional growth, ultimately forcing Emma to confront her own feelings and the realities of love. Austen’s masterful writing and keen social commentary bring to life a colorful cast of characters and an engaging exploration of human nature and relationships. |
About Author |
| Jane Austen |
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Jane Austen (1775–1817) was an English novelist known for her keen observations of social manners, relationships, and the role of women in early 19th-century England. Born in Hampshire, England, she was the daughter of a clergyman and grew up in a close-knit family that encouraged reading and writing. Austen’s novels often focused on themes such as marriage, class, and morality, with a satirical tone that critiqued the social norms of her time. Her major works include Pride and Prejudice (1813), Sense and Sensibility (1811), Emma (1815), Mansfield Park (1814), Northanger Abbey (published posthumously in 1818), and Persuasion (published posthumously in 1818). Despite receiving little recognition during her lifetime, Austen’s works were beloved by her readers and gained widespread fame after her death. Today, she is regarded as one of the most important figures in English literature, and her novels continue to be widely read, adapted into films, and studied for their insightful depictions of human nature and social structures. |
