The Story Of Jane Austen's Life (1891)

The Story of Jane Austen's Life, written by Oscar Fay Adams in 1891, is a comprehensive biography of the famous English novelist, Jane Austen. The book covers Austen's life from her birth in 1775 to her death in 1817, detailing her upbringing, education, family life, and literary career. Adams draws on a variety of sources, including Austen's letters and writings, as well as accounts from family members and friends, to paint a vivid picture of Austen's life and times.The book begins with a brief overview of Austen's family background and childhood, before delving into her education and early attempts at writing. Adams then explores Austen's personal life, including her relationships with family members and friends, as well as her romantic interests and eventual decision to remain unmarried. Throughout the book, Adams also provides detailed analyses of Austen's major works, including Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, and Emma, highlighting their themes, characters, and literary techniques.Overall, The Story of Jane Austen's Life provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of one of England's most beloved authors. Adams' engaging writing style and meticulous research make this book a must-read for anyone interested in Austen's life and legacy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.