It's fair to say that Mr Darcy sits atop the pile of Jane Austen's male characters, despite the valiant efforts of Henry Tilney (boosted by his understanding of muslins). But it's not a subject I have given much thought to. But I was asked … [Read more...] about Ranking Jane Austen’s “heroines”: a Top 5
Captain Wentworth’s emails
"Dare not say that man forgets sooner than woman, that his love has an earlier death". And a glimpse into Wentworth's inbox proves the point. The famous letter is one reason it's my favourite Austen novel. … [Read more...] about Captain Wentworth’s emails
My other favourite books: #2 Persuasion
Persuasion? Blasphemy! Stay behind after class, Mark, and write 100 times on the blackboard: I will not disrespect Mr Darcy. I will not disrespect Mr Darcy So, of all the Jane Austen novels, why is this one my favourite? Well, why not? Pride … [Read more...] about My other favourite books: #2 Persuasion
My favourite quote
Six words to perfectly capture the feeling when you declare your love without knowing if it's reciprocated. My favourite quote in honour of today's 200th anniversary of Jane Austen's death... … [Read more...] about My favourite quote
Anne Elliot: the inbox
Can I "persuade" you to take a gentle peek into Anne Elliot's email account. Her "drafts" folder includes 46 unsent emails to Captain Wentworth. … [Read more...] about Anne Elliot: the inbox