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The Brit Lit Book Club - Episode 3: Jane Austen - The Quiet Revolutionary

Discover the real Jane Austen in this deep dive into British literature's most beloved author. Join host Vanessa as she explores the life, works, and revolutionary impact of Jane Austen beyond the costume dramas and romantic comedies.

What You'll Learn:

  • Jane Austen's life in Regency England and Georgian society
  • Why Austen was one of the most subversive writers in English literature
  • The historical context of the Napoleonic Wars and women's rights in the 1800s
  • How Jane Austen revolutionized the novel and changed literature forever
  • Expert book recommendations for Austen fans and British lit lovers

Perfect for fans of Pride and Prejudice, classic literature, literary history, and anyone who loves literary analysis and book discussions. Whether you're a longtime Austen devotee or discovering her work for the first time, this episode reveals the sharp social critic behind the romance.

Featuring: Personal stories from The Book Club Tour's recent visit to Jane Austen's Bath, Chawton House, and Winchester Cathedral, plus expert recommendations for understanding Austen's world.

Ideal for: Book club members, classic literature enthusiasts, British history buffs, women's literature fans, literary travelers, and anyone interested in 19th century England, Regency romance, feminist literature, and the greatest English authors of all time.

Visit thebookclubtour.com to join literary tours to England and Scotland, and use code BRITLIT for $300 off your booking.

Love this podcast? Imagine walking the Yorkshire moors where the Brontës found inspiration, visiting Jane Austen's writing desk at Chawton, and exploring Shakespeare's birthplace with fellow book lovers. We do all this and more on The Book Club Tour!

Follow along with our adventures, or join us!

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