A wonderful addition to Alma Classics' Jane Austen collection, here presented to include all the popular British writer's juvenilia

The new hit movie Love and Friendship starring Kate Beckinsale is based on two early works by Jane Austen, Lady Susan and Love and Freindship - both of which are included here. Fans of the movie will find the bulk of the plot has been taken from Lady Susan and the title from Love and Freindship.

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Delve into the delightful world of Jane Austen's early writings with "Love and Freindship and Other Early Works." This collection offers a charming prelude to Austen's renowned romances and satirical wit, providing readers with an intimate glimpse into the budding genius of one of literature's most beloved authors. As you explore Austen's early works, immerse yourself in the witty banter, romantic entanglements, and social commentary that would later define her novels. From the whimsical adventures of youthful characters to the astute observations of society's foibles, each story showcases Austen's unmistakable voice and narrative talent. But amidst the lighthearted romance and satire, a deeper narrative unfolds: the exploration of timeless themes such as love, friendship, and the complexities of human relationships. Through Austen's keen insights and sharp wit, readers are invited to reflect on the absurdities and nuances of the human condition. Hook: Will Austen's early works captivate you with their wit and charm, setting the stage for the literary masterpieces to come? Experience the joy and wit of "Love and Freindship and Other Early Works," where each tale sparkles with Austen's signature style and wit. Whether you're a devoted Austen aficionado or a newcomer to her writing, this collection promises hours of delightful reading and endless fascination. Join Jane Austen on a journey through the formative years of her literary career in "Love and Freindship and Other Early Works." Will you be enchanted by the youthful exuberance and keen observations of this budding literary genius? Discover the early works of a literary icon and witness the evolution of Austen's narrative voice and thematic preoccupations. "Love and Freindship and Other Early Works" is a treasure trove for Austen enthusiasts and literature lovers alike. Are you ready to embark on a delightful literary journey through Jane Austen's early writings? Order your copy of "Love and Freindship and Other Early Works by Jane Austen" today and experience the joy of discovering a literary classic in the making. Experience the charm of Austen's early works. Purchase your copy now.

"What this charming, moving and fascinating collection proves is that the [letter] form itself - a scribbled note, a declaration of love, an outpouring of passion, a bitter word - has always been with us." - Mark Gatiss A good love letter can speak across centuries, and reassure us that the agony and the ecstasy one might feel today have been shared by lovers long gone. In The Love That Dares, queer love speaks its name through a wonderful selection of surviving letters between lovers and friends, confidants and companions. Alongside the more famous names coexist beautifully written letters by lesser-known lovers. Together, they weave a narrative of queer love through the centuries, through the romantic, often funny, and always poignant words of those who lived it. Including letters written by: John Cage Audre Lorde Benjamin Britten Lorraine Hansberry Walt Whitman Vita Sackville-West Radclyffe Hall Allen Ginsberg

Jane Austen (1775-1817) was an English novelist whose realism, biting social commentary and masterful use of free indirect speech, burlesque, and irony have earned her a place as one of the most widely read and most beloved writers in English literature. Austen lived her entire life as part of a small and close-knit family located on the lower fringes of English gentry. She was educated primarily by her father and older brothers as well as through her own reading. The steadfast support of her family was critical to Austen's development as a professional writer. During this period, she experimented with various literary forms, including the epistolary novel which she tried and then abandoned. From 1811 until 1816, with the release of Sense and Sensibility (1811), Pride and Prejudice (1813), Mansfield Park (1814) and Emma (1816), she achieved success as a published writer. She wrote two additional novels, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion, both published posthumously in 1818, and began a third, which was eventually titled Sanditon, but died before completing it.

Jane Austen's Early Works are now a major film! “She was nothing more than a mere good-tempered, civil and obliging Young Woman; as such we could scarcely dislike her -- she was only an Object of Contempt.” - Jane Austen, Love and Freindship Love and Freindship and Other Early Works is a collection of short epistolary stories initially meant to amuse Jane Austen’s family. Austen wrote these stories at the age of 14 and 15 and read them aloud to her family. All the epistolary stories are satirical mocking the 18th-century English society from the mushy love novels to the former kings and queens of England.