Reviews on all things Austen
Posted in Miscellaneous on Jul 1st, 2009
I’ve read the Preface in which Ms Harman states her goal for this book This book charts the growth of Austen’s fame, the changing status of her work and what it has stood for, or been made to stand for, in English culture over the past two hundred years. In her own lifetime Austen’s books [...]
Posted in Miscellaneous on Sep 29th, 2008
I’ve always wanted to read The Mysteries of Udolpho by Ann Radcliffe, but I’ve never managed to finish it or even start it if the truth be told. However, Austenprose have posted a reading schedule as part of their Go Gothic month. There is a lot going on over there – guest bloggers, give aways etc… [...]
Posted in Miscellaneous on Aug 31st, 2008
I read on Austenblog that the Regency World Magazine was saved from being closed. I didn’t even know it was in trouble, but I’m glad it has been saved. There aren’t many subscribers, which I guess is part of the problem, but it is beautiful and full of all sorts of interesting Regency details. If [...]
Posted in Miscellaneous on Aug 7th, 2007
This blog will be my reviews of all of the Jane Austen media I come across and I do come across a lot.  At the moment I’m reading Sanditon I’ve noticed some similarities with Lesley Castle, but more of that later… In the mean time check out my cross words at ExcessivelyDiverted.com.