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Title: A Memoir of Jane Austen
Author: James Edward Austen-Leigh
Narrator: Flo Gibson
Format: Unabridged
Length: 5 hrs and 24 mins
Language: English
Release date: 08-14-17
Publisher: Audio Book Contractors, LLC
Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Artists, Writers, & Musicians
Publisher's Summary:
This is a delightful picture of Jane Austen and her life and times, written by her adoring nephew. Included in the book are some of her letters, verses, the alternate chapter of Persuasion, and a discussion of her unfinished novel, Sanditon. This recording also includes letters that were written by Miss Austen's family members after her passing.
Members Reviews:
Memoir by a nephew, not a biography
As her nephew, he was in a position to use is own recollections of the author, as well as verbal accounts from his near relatives. Very few of her letters and manuscripts have survived; Jane Austen was a family-oriented person; hence family was a very important source of information about her. As well, he has also written about manners and customs in her time, which had changed even by the time this memoir was written, but not so long before as to be forgotten by older contemporaries of the author.
The author has also tried to provide a fairly balanced opinion about his aunt, while still calling it a memoir and not a biography.
I found it very interesting reading.
Delightful Insights for Austen Fans
I thoroughly enjoyed this glimpse into the life of Jane Austen. Written by one of her nephews and published 50 years after her unfortunate early death, this memoir is credited with increasing the popularity of Austen's works. Interesting to think that if this had not been published, perhaps her work would not be as widely appreciated as it is today.
Her letters were definitely the highlight for me. Reading them made me love her even more for her intelligence and sense of humour. I only wish that more of her correspondence had survived.
Absolutely recommended for readers who love Austen's world and would like to discover more about this much loved author, her life, and her family.
Recommended for Austen Addicts Only
Although I was disappointed reading A Memoir of Jane Austen, because I found it rather dry and dull, I rated it as 3 stars because of its influence in stimulating interest in her works some 54 years after her death. Also, I realized this was a Memoir, so the level of detail was different than what I would expect from a biography. What you get is a mixture of personal letters and recollections from the writer, Ms. Austen's nephew, as well as family tidbits and background on the homes she lived in and the culture of the times generally. I imagine Janeites would find this book a nice addition to the lore and legend of one of England's most beloved authors, and a personal favourite of mine.
Most interesting.....
I enjoyed the simplicity and earnestness in which the author tries to present his aunt; Not wanting to give the idea that he was familiar with her more than he was. I also enjoyed that he incorporated and gave credit to his other family members for their contributions. This undertaking must have been a daunting task. However, his understanding of the great regard for his Aunt both in his own time and for the future must have compelled him to write what I think has to be the most accurate accounting of her life and character.
Memories of an Aunt.
James recounting of the life of his Aunt Jane gave one a look into a writers love of family and of a life cut too short. I have been a fan of Miss Austen's work's (books) since junior high school.
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Title: A Memoir of Jane Austen
Author: James Edward Austen-Leigh
Narrator: Flo Gibson
Format: Unabridged
Length: 5 hrs and 24 mins
Language: English
Release date: 08-14-17
Publisher: Audio Book Contractors, LLC
Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Artists, Writers, & Musicians
Publisher's Summary:
This is a delightful picture of Jane Austen and her life and times, written by her adoring nephew. Included in the book are some of her letters, verses, the alternate chapter of Persuasion, and a discussion of her unfinished novel, Sanditon. This recording also includes letters that were written by Miss Austen's family members after her passing.
Members Reviews:
Memoir by a nephew, not a biography
As her nephew, he was in a position to use is own recollections of the author, as well as verbal accounts from his near relatives. Very few of her letters and manuscripts have survived; Jane Austen was a family-oriented person; hence family was a very important source of information about her. As well, he has also written about manners and customs in her time, which had changed even by the time this memoir was written, but not so long before as to be forgotten by older contemporaries of the author.
The author has also tried to provide a fairly balanced opinion about his aunt, while still calling it a memoir and not a biography.
I found it very interesting reading.
Delightful Insights for Austen Fans
I thoroughly enjoyed this glimpse into the life of Jane Austen. Written by one of her nephews and published 50 years after her unfortunate early death, this memoir is credited with increasing the popularity of Austen's works. Interesting to think that if this had not been published, perhaps her work would not be as widely appreciated as it is today.
Her letters were definitely the highlight for me. Reading them made me love her even more for her intelligence and sense of humour. I only wish that more of her correspondence had survived.
Absolutely recommended for readers who love Austen's world and would like to discover more about this much loved author, her life, and her family.
Recommended for Austen Addicts Only
Although I was disappointed reading A Memoir of Jane Austen, because I found it rather dry and dull, I rated it as 3 stars because of its influence in stimulating interest in her works some 54 years after her death. Also, I realized this was a Memoir, so the level of detail was different than what I would expect from a biography. What you get is a mixture of personal letters and recollections from the writer, Ms. Austen's nephew, as well as family tidbits and background on the homes she lived in and the culture of the times generally. I imagine Janeites would find this book a nice addition to the lore and legend of one of England's most beloved authors, and a personal favourite of mine.
Most interesting.....
I enjoyed the simplicity and earnestness in which the author tries to present his aunt; Not wanting to give the idea that he was familiar with her more than he was. I also enjoyed that he incorporated and gave credit to his other family members for their contributions. This undertaking must have been a daunting task. However, his understanding of the great regard for his Aunt both in his own time and for the future must have compelled him to write what I think has to be the most accurate accounting of her life and character.
Memories of an Aunt.
James recounting of the life of his Aunt Jane gave one a look into a writers love of family and of a life cut too short. I have been a fan of Miss Austen's work's (books) since junior high school.