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title: "Jane Austen: A Life"
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# Vivid English countryside setting Comprehensive biography Detailed 18th-century life context Jane Austen: A Life

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## Summary

> 📖 Dive deep into the life behind the legend — don’t just read Austen, live her story!

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- **What is this?** Jane Austen: A Life
- **How much does it cost?** £16.36 with free shipping
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## Key Features

- • **Uncover Austen’s True Story:** A meticulously researched biography revealing Jane Austen’s real-life struggles beyond her novels.
- • **Step into 18th-Century England:** Experience the vivid portrayal of Austen’s Hampshire life and the social constraints of her era.
- • **Critically Acclaimed & Reader Loved:** Rated 4.4 stars by 850 readers, a must-have for literary enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
- • **Explore the Woman Behind the Novels:** Gain fresh insights into Austen’s family dynamics, personal hardships, and enduring wit.
- • **Collector’s Choice - Used but Pristine:** Good condition used book with free shipping, perfect for adding to your curated library.

## Overview

Jane Austen: A Life by Claire Tomalin is a compelling, well-researched biography that explores the real woman behind the beloved novels. It vividly captures Austen’s personal hardships, family ties, and the social realities of 18th-century England, offering readers a nuanced portrait beyond the fiction. Highly rated and recommended, this used copy in good condition is a valuable addition for anyone passionate about literary history.

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## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #104,606 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #75 in Historical British Biographies #317 in Author Biographies #845 in Women's Biographies |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (866) |
| Dimensions  | 5.2 x 0.85 x 8 inches |
| Edition  | 0 |
| ISBN-10  | 0679766766 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0679766766 |
| Item Weight  | 13.6 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 400 pages |
| Publication date  | April 27, 1999 |
| Publisher  | Vintage |

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## Frequently Bought Together

- Jane Austen: A Life
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- The Real Jane Austen: A Life in Small Things

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