Name: Persuasion (Annotated)
Price: 24.44 EUR
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Author: Jane Austen
ISBN: 9782487116634

Type

Physical Book

Author

Jane Austen

Publisher

Jason Nollan

Language

English

Pages

220

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

22.9 x 15.2 x 1.3 cm

Weight

0.33 kg.

ISBN13

9782487116634

Synopsis "Persuasion (Annotated)"

Persuasion unfolds against the backdrop of early 19th-century England, where societal norms and familial expectations shape the lives of its characters. At the heart of the narrative is Anne Elliot, a woman of quiet strength and discernment. The story begins with a fateful decision: Anne, guided by the counsel of her family, reluctantly breaks off her engagement with the charming and ambitious Captain Frederick Wentworth. Eight years pass, and the consequences of that decision linger, casting a shadow over Anne's life. Unmarried and reflective, Anne finds herself grappling with the weight of her choices. Enter Captain Wentworth, now a successful naval officer and a sought-after bachelor. As fate weaves its intricate threads, Anne and Wentworth are thrust back into each other's lives. The novel becomes a tapestry of emotions, as Anne navigates the complexities of regret, societal expectations, and the yearning of a heart that has never truly let go. Jane Austen's narrative prowess shines through in her portrayal of the characters, each finely drawn with wit and nuance. Anne's journey is not just a personal one; it is a reflection of the society she inhabits, where class, reputation, and propriety dictate the course of love. Austen's narrative is a delightful dance of manners, filled with sharp observations and incisive commentary on the conventions of the time. Through Anne's eyes, readers witness the ebb and flow of relationships, the fragility of social standing, and the enduring nature of genuine love. Persuasion is a rich and immersive exploration of the human heart, a tapestry woven with elegance, humor, and the timeless complexities of romance.

Jane Austen

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She was a British novelist who lived during the Georgian era. She was born in the rectory of Steventon (Hampshire). Her family belonged to the British gentry (rural nobility or agrarian bourgeoisie), a context she never left and in which she set all her works, always revolving around the marriage of her protagonist.

She has been portrayed in cinema on numerous occasions, sometimes faithfully reproduced, like the 1940 classic Pride and Prejudice directed by Robert Z. Leonard and starring Greer Garson and Laurence Olivier, and other times adapted to modern times, as is the case with Clueless, a loose adaptation of Emma. Other versions include Sense and Sensibility from 1995; Mansfield Park from 2000; and Pride and Prejudice in 2004 (directed by Gurinder Chadha) and in 2005 (directed by Joe Wright). However, the most faithful and perfect version of the book Pride and Prejudice to date is the series presented by the BBC starring Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle. The interest that Jane Austen's work continues to arouse today shows the relevance of her thought and the influence she has had on subsequent literature. Her life has also been portrayed in film with the movie Becoming Jane (2007)

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