Who Was Jane Austen? Sorting Fact from Fiction
Narrated by Stephanie Insley Hershinow
- Released
- October 9, 2025
- Length
- 2 hrs 47 mins
- Format
- Lecture
- Publisher
- Audible Originals
In the six lectures of Who Was Jane Austen? Sorting Fact from Fiction, literary scholar Stephanie Insley Hershinow explores and debunks some of the most enduring myths about the beloved author. Focusing on Austen's life and the Regency period, the course reveals how her image has been shaped by myths, many propagated by her own family, and highlights the complexities behind her true story. Join this insightful journey to discover a more nuanced and fascinating portrait of Jane Austen beyond her legendary status.
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