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Jane Austen's novels are read all over the globe, and adaptations of her works have graced both film and TV screens.Although sometimes criticised for being detached from the real world, providing nothing more than light-hearted plot-driven story lines, the reality is very different.Jane was aware of the evils of society, of the problems faced by women whether single or married. Underneath the entertaining story lines are much darker aspects of Regency and Georgian life. Staying single resulted in serious problems for young women;there were very few alternatives open to them, whilemarriage itself resulted in other risks. The threats of poverty or becoming a victim of crime were also an issue. Indeed, Jane's aunt spent months in prison and faced the threat of transportation for theft. Other problems society faced included those posed by opium addiction, poor medical standards, and a lack of property leaving young men and women struggling to survive. Many sought solutions in India, leadin

The Dark Side of Jane Austens World

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Jane Austen's novels are read all over the globe, and adaptations of her works have graced both film and TV... Read more

    Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
    Publication Date: 9/11/2024
    ISBN13: 9781399080842, 978-1399080842
    ISBN10: 1399080849

    Non Fiction , History , Non Fiction

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    Jane Austen's novels are read all over the globe, and adaptations of her works have graced both film and TV screens.Although sometimes criticised for being detached from the real world, providing nothing more than light-hearted plot-driven story lines, the reality is very different.Jane was aware of the evils of society, of the problems faced by women whether single or married. Underneath the entertaining story lines are much darker aspects of Regency and Georgian life. Staying single resulted in serious problems for young women;there were very few alternatives open to them, whilemarriage itself resulted in other risks. The threats of poverty or becoming a victim of crime were also an issue. Indeed, Jane's aunt spent months in prison and faced the threat of transportation for theft. Other problems society faced included those posed by opium addiction, poor medical standards, and a lack of property leaving young men and women struggling to survive. Many sought solutions in India, leadin

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