Jane Austen
Jane Austen (1775–1817) lived a quiet life in the English countryside, yet she possessed one of the sharpest eyes for human behavior in literary history. Writing anonymously in a corner of her family's sitting room, she crafted novels that quietly revolutionized fiction. This author hub collects 4 works in the Canon Compass ranking, led by Pride and Prejudice.
Start with Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, ranked #12 in the Canon Compass list.
Featured Books
Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice: Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy's legendary romance. Regency-era wit and social satire - summary, analysis, and where to buy.
Austen's Persuasion: Anne Elliot and Captain Wentworth reunite after eight years apart. A novel of second chances, constancy, and quiet passion.
Explore Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility, a witty novel of two sisters navigating love and fortune in Regency England.