This year is the 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen (1775-1817), one of England’s most celebrated authors. Her romance books show her sharp observations and sometimes biting wit on the social divides and mores of her day. The stories she told are still relatable today, hence the continued popularity of her work. There have been many a movie made from her novels.
Not a reader? You can listen to the free podcasts such as this one, narrated by Julie Andrews, of her best known work, Pride and Prejudice. There are other recordings which you can listen to wherever you get your podcasts.
