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“Jane Austen and Her World” by Marghanita Laski is a biographical and contextual exploration of the life and times of the renowned English novelist Jane Austen. Published in 1969, Laski’s book delves into Austen’s upbringing, family background, social milieu, and the historical context in which she lived and wrote.
The book provides readers with insights into Austen’s life experiences, influences, and the societal norms and expectations of late 18th and early 19th-century England. It examines how Austen’s observations of the world around her, particularly the manners, customs, and social conventions of her time, informed her writing and shaped her literary works.
Laski’s “Jane Austen and Her World” is praised for its scholarly research, engaging narrative, and its ability to illuminate the connection between Austen’s personal experiences and her enduring literary legacy. It offers readers a deeper understanding of Austen as both a product of her time and a timeless literary figure whose works continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
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