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Jane Austen: Visual Encyclopedia

Author Claire Saim, Gwen Giret
Hardcover
$49.95 US
Titan | Titan Books
0"W x 0"H x 0"D   | 20 oz | 12 per carton
On sale Sep 10, 2024 | 312 Pages | 978-1-83541-063-9
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Dive into the world of Jane Austen, her work and their multi-media adaptations through this sumptuous, beautifully illustrated coffee table hardback with over 200 illustrations, photographs and film posters.

From the original six novels to the many big and small screen adaptions, discover her life, inspirations, correspondence and the incredible influence of her work from their original publication to today.

From her beloved family and her romantic escapades to her literary adventures and her enduring popular culture influence, experience the life and legacy of Jane Austen in this full-color, beautifully illustrated, definitive 312-page encyclopedia. Bursting with over 200 photographs and illustrations, explore Jane Austen’s work, which consists of six completed novels, two incomplete novels, letters and early writings. From the written word to the screen, from adaptations to secrets and filming locations, this book invites you on a fascinating journey of discovery through Austen’s writing. 

PART 1: Jane Austen, a woman of her time
o Essays on Jane Austen, her family, friends and potential lovers
o Illustrations and photos from across Jane’s beloved England
o Researchers discuss Jane Austen’s appearance

PART II: The world of Jane Austen
o A complete chronology of Jane Austen’s work
o The historical and fictional backgrounds to iconic characters such as Elizabeth Bennet, the Dashwoods, and Mr Darcy
o Filming locations and production secrets from over 30 adaptations
o The unfinished novels and how they were eventually published
o Expert analysis of early works and other writings

PART III: Jane Austen’s legacy
o A comprehensive guide to the best Austen festivals
o Details on the famous museums and collections dedicated to Jane Austen
o From postage stamps to Funko-Pops Jane’s indelible influence

Want to walk in the footsteps of Jane Austen, dressing in Regency style or simply enjoying a delicious afternoon tea? This coffe-table book features a beautiful gold-foiled cover and is perfect gift for fans of Jane Austen, her works and their enduring legacy.
Claire Saim, deeply in love with everything English, from literature to history and culture – including scones, obviously- she has been a devoted Janeite for many years. Always looking around Paris in search of whatever could be a reminder of her dear Great Britain, she shares her adventures on Instagram @jane_austen_france_. Based in France.


Gwen Giret, Jane Austen is a long-time passion of hers which led her to create a blog titled Jane Austen and her world. Her favourite things include travelling through the Pride and Prejudice author’s footsteps, reading all about Captain Wentworth and eating tons of clotted cream. Based in France.
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Dive into the world of Jane Austen, her work and their multi-media adaptations through this sumptuous, beautifully illustrated coffee table hardback with over 200 illustrations, photographs and film posters.

From the original six novels to the many big and small screen adaptions, discover her life, inspirations, correspondence and the incredible influence of her work from their original publication to today.

From her beloved family and her romantic escapades to her literary adventures and her enduring popular culture influence, experience the life and legacy of Jane Austen in this full-color, beautifully illustrated, definitive 312-page encyclopedia. Bursting with over 200 photographs and illustrations, explore Jane Austen’s work, which consists of six completed novels, two incomplete novels, letters and early writings. From the written word to the screen, from adaptations to secrets and filming locations, this book invites you on a fascinating journey of discovery through Austen’s writing. 

PART 1: Jane Austen, a woman of her time
o Essays on Jane Austen, her family, friends and potential lovers
o Illustrations and photos from across Jane’s beloved England
o Researchers discuss Jane Austen’s appearance

PART II: The world of Jane Austen
o A complete chronology of Jane Austen’s work
o The historical and fictional backgrounds to iconic characters such as Elizabeth Bennet, the Dashwoods, and Mr Darcy
o Filming locations and production secrets from over 30 adaptations
o The unfinished novels and how they were eventually published
o Expert analysis of early works and other writings

PART III: Jane Austen’s legacy
o A comprehensive guide to the best Austen festivals
o Details on the famous museums and collections dedicated to Jane Austen
o From postage stamps to Funko-Pops Jane’s indelible influence

Want to walk in the footsteps of Jane Austen, dressing in Regency style or simply enjoying a delicious afternoon tea? This coffe-table book features a beautiful gold-foiled cover and is perfect gift for fans of Jane Austen, her works and their enduring legacy.

Author

Claire Saim, deeply in love with everything English, from literature to history and culture – including scones, obviously- she has been a devoted Janeite for many years. Always looking around Paris in search of whatever could be a reminder of her dear Great Britain, she shares her adventures on Instagram @jane_austen_france_. Based in France.


Gwen Giret, Jane Austen is a long-time passion of hers which led her to create a blog titled Jane Austen and her world. Her favourite things include travelling through the Pride and Prejudice author’s footsteps, reading all about Captain Wentworth and eating tons of clotted cream. Based in France.
Claire Saim View titles by Claire Saim
Gwen Giret View titles by Gwen Giret

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