Understanding Austen Key Concepts in the Six Novels

Name: Understanding Austen Key Concepts in the Six Novels
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ISBN: 9780709090786

ISBN-10: 0709090781

ISBN-13: 9780709090786

Edition: 2012

Authors: Maggie Lane

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From an acclaimed Austen expert, a study of the author's use of language, for the Austen fan and general reader The acclaimed author of many Jane Austen books turns her attention to the fascinating nuances of Austen's language, and the way it embodies her most profound beliefs about human conduct and character. This book enhances understanding of Austen's moral values through the discussion of key words, investigates changes of meaning, and explains words which may confuse modern readers. It also affords Austen fans who cannot get enough of her writing the pleasure of encountering familiar passages in new contexts. No other author uses abstract nouns as extensively as Jane Austen. Three of…

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List price: $16.99
Copyright year: 2012
Publisher: The Crowood Press
Publication date: 8/31/2012
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 208
Size: 6.50" wide x 9.50" long x 0.90" tall
Weight: 1.100
Language: English



Introduction



Genius, Wit and Taste



Elegance



Openness and Reserve



Exertion and Composure



Liberality and Candour



Gentility



Delicacy



Reason and Feeling



Person and Countenance



Air and Address



Mind



Temper



Spirit



Sensibility, Sense and Sentiment



Firmness, Fortitude and Forbearance



Propriety and Decorum



A Nice Distinction


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