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Jane Austens Sense and Sensibility & Pride and Prejudice is a masterpiece of English literature that intricately weaves together themes of societal expectations, class distinctions, and the complexities of love and relationships. The novel is written in Austens signature style, characterized by wit, irony, and insightful social commentary. Sense and Sensibility follows the Dashwood sisters as they navigate the rigid social norms of early 19th-century England, while Pride and Prejudice tells the story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy as they overcome their initial misunderstandings to find true love. These timeless classics continue to resonate with readers today, offering a window into the manners and mores of Austens time. Jane Austens keen observations of human nature and her skillful storytelling make Sense and Sensibility & Pride and Prejudice essential reading for anyone interested in the art of the novel and the complexities of human relationships.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader erasocial currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different works strengths.- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the authors overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.- Lastly, our handpicked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collections central themes.

CONTENIDO:- Lady Susan- Sentido y Sensibilidad- Orgullo y Prejuicio- Mansfield Park- Emma- Persuasión- La Abadía de Northanger- Los Watson- El Castillo de Lesley- Obras Juveniles

This is the Annotated Version of the Original Book. We have annotated this book by adding 60% to 70% Summary at the end of the book which is approximately 16000 words in Red Font. The Brief description of the book is written as follows.Table of Contents added for easier navigation. You can read any chapter or the main summary directly with 1 click if you want to.Lady Susan Vernon, a beautiful and charming recent widow, visits her brother- and sister-in-law, Charles and Catherine Vernon, with little advance notice at Churchill, their country residence. Catherine is far from pleased, as Lady Susan had tried to prevent her marriage to Charles and her unwanted guest has been described to her as "the most accomplished coquette in England". Among Lady Susans conquests is the married Mr. Manwaring. Catherines brother Reginald arrives a week later, and despite Catherines strong warnings about Lady Susans character, soon falls under her spell. Lady Susan toys with the younger mans affections for her own amusement and later because she perceives it makes her sister-in-law uneasy. Her confidante, Mrs. Johnson, to whom she writes frequently, recommends she marry the very eligible Reginald, but Lady Susan considers him to be greatly inferior to Manwaring. Frederica, Lady Susans 16-year-old daughter, tries to run away from school when she learns of her mothers plan to marry her off to a wealthy but insipid young man she loathes. She also becomes a guest at Churchill. Catherine comes to like herher character is totally unlike her mothersand as time goes by, detect Fredericas growing attachment to the oblivious Reginald. Later, Sir James Martin, Fredericas unwanted suitor, shows up uninvited, much to her distress and her mothers vexation. When Frederica begs Reginald for support out of desperation (having been forbidden by Lady Susan to turn to Charles and Catherine), this causes a temporary breach between Reginald and Lady Susan, but the latter soon repairs the rupture. Lady Susan decides to return to London and marry her daughter off to Sir James. Reginald follows, still bewitched by her charms and intent on marrying her, but he encounters Mrs. Manwaring at the home of Mr. Johnson and finally learns Lady Susans true character. Lady Susan ends up marrying Sir James herself, and allows Frederica to reside with Charles and Catherine at Churchill, where Reginald De Courcy "could be talked, flattered, and finessed into an affection for her."

La belle Emma Woodhouse, jeune fille de famille aisée, vit avec son père veuf dans le petit village anglais de Highbury. Pour se distraire, elle décide de jouer les entremetteuses au profit des célib

La señora Bennet ha criado a sus cinco hijas con el único deseo de encontrar marido. La llegada al vecindario, junto con algunas amistades, del rico y soltero Charles Bingley despierta el interés de las hermanas Bennet y de las familias vecinas, que veran una excelente oportunidad para cumplir su proposito. Elizabeth, una de las hijas de los Bennet, empezara una singular relacion con Darcy, uno de los amigos de Bingley, que desencadenara esta historia de orgullo y prejuicios a traves de los que muy trabajosamente se ira abriendo paso el amor.Orgullo y prejuicio narra las aventuras y desventuras amorosas de las hermanas Bennet, centrandose en el personaje de Elizabeth,por medio de las que la autora nos presenta con comicidad la sociedad de su tiempo y con la figura de la protagonista coloca a la mujer en un lugar mas prominente que el que le correspondia en su epoca. Se trata ademas, de un vivido retrato y una incisiva critica social de la Inglaterra victoriana, con su tajante diferencia entre clases sociales, la exagerada supremacia masculina, la falta de independencia de la mujer, la brutal presion del matrimonio y las dificultades economicas y sociales a las que tiene que hacer frente el amor entre dos jovenes.

This edition of "Pride and Prejudice" has been carefully formatted for your ebook reader with a functional table of contents and contains all the original watercolor illustrations by C.E. Brock. Pride and Prejudice is a novel by Jane Austen, first published in 1813. The story follows the main character Elizabeth Bennet as she deals with issues of manners, upbringing, morality, education, and marriage in the society of the landed gentry of early 19th-century England. Elizabeth is the second of five daughters of a country gentleman living near the fictional town of Meryton in Hertfordshire, near London. Though the story is set at the turn of the 19th century, it retains a fascination for modern readers, continuing near the top of lists of most loved books such as The Big Read. It has become one of the most popular novels in English literature and receives considerable attention from literary scholars. Modern interest in the book has resulted in a number of dramatic adaptations and an abundance of novels and stories imitating Austens memorable characters or themes. To date, the book has sold some 20 million copies worldwide. As Anna Quindlen wrote, "Pride and Prejudice is also about that thing that all great novels consider, the search for self. And it is the first great novel to teach us that that search is as surely undertaken in the drawing room making small talk as in the pursuit of a great white whale or the public punishment of adultery." Jane Austen (1775 1817) was an English novelist whose works of romantic fiction, set among the landed gentry, earned her a place as one of the most widely read writers in English literature. Her realism and biting social commentary have gained her historical importance among scholars and critics.

In "The Watsons," Jane Austen presents an unfinished narrative that reflects her signature blend of keen social observation and biting irony, set in the early 19th century English gentry. The novel explores the life of the protagonist, Emma Watson, who navigates the complexities of societal expectations, familial duties, and romantic entanglements after her return to her estranged family. Rich in Austens trademark wit and diverse characterizations, the text captures the intricacies of class distinction and womens roles with unerring precision, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the leisurely yet constrained lives of its characters. Jane Austen, one of the foremost novelists of her time, was known for her sharp critique of social norms and keen insights into human behavior. "The Watsons" emerged from her own experiences of familial dynamics and societal pressures, reflecting her own contemplation on social mobility and the implications of economic dependency. The unfinished nature of the work invites speculation on how Austen might have further interrogated her themes, showcasing her innovative narrative techniques that cleverly weave humor, irony, and poignant social critique. This novel is highly recommended for readers who appreciate not only the elegance of Austens prose but also the themes of female agency and societal critique that resonate deeply across time. "The Watsons" serves as a compelling exploration of personal identity and social expectation, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the evolution of the novel as a genre and the enduring relevance of Austens work.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the authors life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Centrada en la figura de la humilde y discreta Fanny Price, esta novela, una de las más deliciosas de Jane Austen, cuenta las muchas vicisitudes en que se ve envuelta desde que a la edad de diez años va a vivir a Mansfield Park, nombre que recibe la casa de los Bertram, sus tíos ricos. Las distintas relaciones que establece con sus primos y con los diversos personajes que van apareciendo por la casa y complicando la trama, así como su evolución, con sus idas y venidas, sus avances y retrocesos, amores, rivalidades, tomas de conciencia y cambios de actitud, van desarrollando un relato ameno, romántico y entretenido que culmina en un final feliz. Traducción de Miguel Ángel Pérez Pérez

To celebrate the bicentenary of the publication of "Pride and Prejudice", the Collector's Library will publish its lavishly illustrated edition in colour in January. Jane Austen's best-loved novel is a memorable story about the inaccuracy of first impressions, about the power of reason, and above all about the strange dynamics of human relationships and emotions. Here, where Hugh Thomson's delightful period illustrations were originally black-and-white, they have been sensitively coloured by Barbara Frith, one of Britain's most accomplished colourists. Hugh Thomson (1860-1920) was the finest exponent of period illustration in what is sometimes known as the 'powder and patch' school.

Se trata de una edición comentada, anotada e ilustrada, que incluye índices biográficos (referido a las personas aludidas en las cartas), índices topográficos, índices de las obras a las que se hace referencia en las cartas, cronologia de eventos, etc... Asimismo tambien incluye comentarios previos a las cartas que nos ayudan a situarlas en el contexto adecuado para ser perfectamente entendidas. Las Cartas de Jane Austen suponen una lectura deliciosa y revelan al lector gran parte de la materia prima de donde procedian sus novelas. A partir de la lectura de su cautivadora correspondencia, el lector podra sentir que ademas de conocer a la Jane Austen novelista, paulatinamente a sus ojos se ira desvelando la Jane Austen mujer, lo que ahondara en una (si cabe) mayor admiracion por la figura y obra de la genial escritora. Jane Austen consigue transmitirnos una sensacion de intimidad extraordinaria al mostrarnos en detalle su caracter y su ingenio y al acercarnos a su gran familia.

Pride and Prejudice is a romance novel by Jane Austen, first published in 1813. The story charts the emotional development of the protagonist, Elizabeth Bennet, who learns the error of making hasty judgments and comes to appreciate the difference between the superficial and the essential. The comedy of the writing lies in the depiction of manners, education, marriage, and money during the British Regency period.Mr. Bennet of the Longbourn estate has five daughters, but his property is entailed, meaning that none of the girls can inherit it. His wife has no fortune, so it is imperative that at least one of the girls marry well in order to support the others on his death. Jane Austens opening line, "It is a truth universally acknowledged that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife" is a sentence filled with irony and playfulness. The novel revolves around the importance of marrying for love, not simply for money, despite the social pressures to make a good (i.e. wealthy) match.

Emma es una novela cómica escrita por Jane Austen, en inglés, publicada por vez primera en 1815 por el editor John Murray, sobre los peligros de malinterpretar el romance. El personaje principal, Emma Woodhouse, se describe como "hermosa, lista y rica" pero tambien esta bastante mimada. Antes de comenzar la novela, Austen escribio, "Voy a elegir una heroina que, excepto a mi, no gustara mucho."

Biblioteca de traductoresObras de grandes autores de la literatura de todos los tiempos en nuevas versiones realizadas por los mejores traductoresTras la muerte del señor Dashwood, su esposa y sus tres hijas, Elinor, Marianne y la pequeña Margaret, deben abandonar sus posesiones en Norland al heredar solo el hijo mayor, fruto de un anterior matrimonio. Las acogen unos familiares en Barton Cottage, donde deberan aprender a vivir en condiciones mucho mas modestas de las que conocieron. Elinor y Marianne descubriran el amor, pero tambien el dolor que produce una mala eleccion o el no ser correspondido.Marianne, mas romantica, se abandona a los impulsos del corazon con sus incontenibles entusiasmos que desembocan en el desencanto y en la desesperacion. Elinor, en cambio, sigue los dictamenes de la razon y mantiene un admirable dominio de si misma al enfrentarse con sus sufrimientos amorosos por el amor que dejo en Norland.Jane Austen, ademas de realizar una critica profunda de la hipocresia y de las convenciones sociales, asi como de la marginacion de la mujer, dota a "Sensatez y sentimiento" de una fascinacion y de una viveza irresistibles, con personajes inolvidables como Elinor y Marianne, que han hecho de esta novela un clasico de la literatura universal.Biblioteca de traductoresObras de grandes autores de la literatura de todos los tiempos en nuevas versiones realizadas por los mejores traductoresTras la muerte del señor Dashwood, su esposa y sus tres hijas, Elinor, Marianne y la pequeña Margaret, deben abandonar sus posesiones en Norland al heredar solo el hijo mayor, fruto de un anterior matrimonio. Las acogen unos familiares en Barton Cottage, donde deberan aprender a vivir en condiciones mucho mas modestas de las que conocieron. Elinor y Marianne descubriran el amor, pero tambien el dolor que produce una mala eleccion o el no ser correspondido.Marianne, mas romantica, se abandona a los impulsos del corazon con sus incontenibles entusiasmos que desembocan en el desencanto y en la desesperacion. Elinor, en cambio, sigue los dictamenes de la razon y mantiene un admirable dominio de si misma al enfrentarse con sus sufrimientos amorosos por el amor que dejo en Norland.Jane Austen, ademas de realizar una critica profunda de la hipocresia y de las convenciones sociales, asi como de la marginacion de la mujer, dota a "Sensatez y sentimiento" de una fascinacion y de una viveza irresistibles, con personajes inolvidables como Elinor y Marianne, que han hecho de esta novela un clasico de la literatura universal.

Orgullo y prejuicio, de Jane Austen, autora de otras obras de la narrativa extranjera como Sentido y sensibilidad o Persuasión, es una novela satírica, antirromántica, profunda y mordaz a un tiempo, que nace de la observacion de la vida domestica y de un profundo conocimiento de la condicion humana. Orgullo y prejuicio ha fascinado a generaciones de lectores por sus inolvidables personajes y su desopilante retrato de una sociedad, la Inglaterra victoriana y rural, tan contradictoria como absurda.La aparicion en Longbourn, un pueblo de la campiña inglesa, de Charles Bingley, joven, soltero y rico, despierta las ambiciones de las familias del vecindario, que lo consideran un excelente partido para sus hijas. El y su amigo Fitzwilliam Darcy, tambien adinerado, tendran que luchar contra las intrigas con las que se tratara de poner trabas al amor que sienten por dos de las hermanas Bennet, pobres y modes tas, antes de alcanzar un final feliz.

Pride and Prejudice is a romance novel by Jane Austen, first published in 1813. The story charts the emotional development of the protagonist, Elizabeth Bennet, who learns the error of making hasty judgments and comes to appreciate the difference between the superficial and the essential. The comedy of the writing lies in the depiction of manners, education, marriage, and money during the British Regency period.Mr. Bennet of the Longbourn estate has five daughters, but his property is entailed, meaning that none of the girls can inherit it. His wife has no fortune, so it is imperative that at least one of the girls marry well in order to support the others on his death. Jane Austens opening line, "It is a truth universally acknowledged that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife" is a sentence filled with irony and playfulness. The novel revolves around the importance of marrying for love, not simply for money, despite the social pressures to make a good (i.e. wealthy) match.