Jane Austen and Lyme Regis

5W 1946 Emma Austen-Leigh and Richard Arthur Austen-Leigh, 3rd edition Notes Jane Austen and Lyme Regis by Emma Austen-Leigh and Richard Arthur Austen-Leigh is a detailed exploration of Jane Austen’s connection to Lyme Regis, the seaside town that features prominently in her novel Persuasion. The book offers insights into the town’s history, Austen’s visits there, and how Lyme Regis influenced her writing. It delves into the settings, characters, and events from Persuasion that are tied to the town, especially focusing on the famous scene on the Cobb. The authors, who are related to Jane Austen, provide a blend of biographical detail, literary analysis, and historical context, offering readers a richer understanding of Austen’s life and work in relation to Lyme Regis. Description Beige colored paperback with uneven tanning to the covers. Portrait oval cartouche of Jane Austen on the front cover and title page and maps on the endpapers. Several plate pictures throughout. Oversized paper