Steve Hockensmith, author of the Pride and Prejudice and Zombies prequel and sequel, talks adaptational writing and Austen's long-lasting appeal.
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In honor of America's Juneteenth, Dr. Olivia Murphy from the University of Sydney answered some questions I had about race, the Regency era, and the realities of life in Austen's British Empire.
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With its attention to detail, social hierarchies, shots of beautiful estates, and loyalty to plot and characters, BBC's 2009 Emma miniseries might be the best period drama adaptation I've seen.
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Emma is a long, well-written story of matchmaking blunders and lovable character interactions with charm, wit, and plenty of character growth.
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Sense and Sensibility is a light, romantic story with plenty of comedy, a varied cast of characters, and unexpected twists. If you're looking for your first — or next — Austen novel, I recommend this.
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I have some wonderful ideas for upcoming posts (and giveaways?) this summer!
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I know we're supposed to love the classics... but ugh, this book was boring.
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Yay, this one's my favorite! (Prince Caspian)
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Basically: thank God that's over with.
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I re-read The Magician's Nephew this weekend. Was Uncle Andrew always such a creep??