{"product_id":"jane-austens-the-history-of-england-writings-from-her-youth-paperback","title":"Jane Austen's the History of England: Writings from Her Youth - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJane Austen\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eAllyson D'Antonio\u003c\/b\u003e (Commentaries by), \u003cb\u003eCassandra Austen\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author of one of the greatest romance novels of all time, \u003ci\u003ePride and Prejudice\u003c\/i\u003e, takes her readers on a satiric tour through England's history, mercilessly exploiting the comedic potential of human foibles within British royalty. Part of Jane Austen's \u003ci\u003eJuvenilia \u003c\/i\u003eof the 1790s, \u003ci\u003eThe History of England \u003c\/i\u003ewas written during the author's teenage years. Filled with puns and parodies, the history begins with the reign of Henry IV and concludes with the death of Charles I more than two centuries later. Originally intending it for circulation and performance among family and friends, Jane also commissioned her sister Cassandra to draw illustrations to complement her signature wit and humor. This volume includes an informative introduction providing background context, along with extensive editorial commentary. Austen fans and history buffs are sure to delight in this history written by \"a partial, prejudiced, and ignorant historian.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe author of one of the greatest romance novels of all time, \u003ci\u003ePride and Prejudice\u003c\/i\u003e, takes her readers on a satiric tour through England's history\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Written during Jane Austen's teenage years as part of her \u003ci\u003eJuvenilia \u003c\/i\u003eof the 1790s, \u003ci\u003eThe History of England\u003c\/i\u003e mercilessly exploits the comedic potential of human foibles within British royalty. Filled with puns and parodies, the history begins with the reign of Henry IV and concludes with the death of Charles I more than two centuries later. Originally intending it for circulation and performance among family and friends, Jane also commissioned her sister Cassandra to provide illustrations to complement her signature wit and humor. This volume includes an informative introduction, background context such as family trees and personal letters, and extensive editorial commentary. Austen fans and history buffs are sure to delight in this work written by \"a partial, prejudiced, and ignorant historian.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 x 8.7 x 5.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 19, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51765232271648,"sku":"9780486851402","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/f8eef80ba62cac45766517d5798a651c.webp?v=1780264463","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/jane-austens-the-history-of-england-writings-from-her-youth-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}