It’s finally here! I know many of you have been waiting for a long time for us to publish this anthology and we’re so thrilled to have it available for you to buy. Persuasion is one of Jane Austen’s most beloved works. I’m sure all of us have scenes we wish she’d written and those …
In Persuasion, Anne visits Bath with her family. One of the most popular sites was Molland’s, a confectionery store, where she would have enjoyed a cup of hot tea and a sweet. Sweets included dried fruits, gingerbread, cakes, sugared almonds, and jellied fruits. Anne was sent back, however, in a moment by the entrance of …
Wentworth thanks Mrs. Smith in the best way he can. Anne sat in the parlor of her very own house in Bath. How much friendlier, if less well-appointed, it was than Camden Place. Even without the finest appointments, or perhaps because of it, the place felt like home in a way nowhere ever had. …
Sir Walter and Elizabeth, left alone, with few friends, little money, and no sense, soon found that as their enjoyments were less, their complaints grew greater. “This cravat,” thundered Sir Walter, “will never do.” “I beg your pardon, sir.” The butler, Harris, stood back a little, his face red from his efforts at tying, and …
My take-over of Austen Variations concludes today. This breakfast post grew so long, I divided into two parts. A link to Part One from Wednesday may be found HERE. In case you missed it, the Wentworth Wedding from Tuesday may be found HERE. “Are you looking forward to your first sea voyage, my dear?” the …
My take-over of Austen Variations continues! This breakfast post grew so long, I divided into two parts. A link to Part Two will be at the end of this post. In case you missed it, the Wentworth Wedding from Tuesday may be found HERE. The wedding breakfast was held at Camden Place, Sir Walter Elliot’s …
I know what you’re thinking. How did Austen Variations’ pet male get the wedding post? Several years ago, I wrote a sequel to PERSUASION that was posted online under the title THE UNEXPECTED PASSENGER. That story has been taken down and will be revised under the new title PERSUADED TO SAIL. I will publish it …
Lady Russell and Frederick come to peace as a wedding is planned. Elizabeth, though is not nearly so pleased. The drawing room in Camden Place was by far the properest to receive Lady Russell for tea. But the room always felt cold and dreary. It was beautifully appointed to be sure, but not a …
In Persuasion, Jane Austen does not tell us how Admiral and Mrs. Croft reacted to the engagement of Captain Wentworth and Anne Elliot. However, since the story makes clear how much they think of Anne, I am certain they were very well pleased with this news. Sophie Croft watched the door to the sitting room …
Of all the family, Mary was probably the one most immediately gratified by the circumstance of Anne’s engagement … Mary was one of the first to receive the news of Anne’s engagement. Calling on her father and sister in Camden Place she was eager to discuss it all, and hear from Sir Walter’s lips his …
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