An innovative and evocative exploration of Austen’s places, including Chawton House, that breathes life into a literary legend.
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Who was the real Jane Austen? Overturning the traditional portrait of the author as conventional and genteel, bestseller Paula Byrne’s landmark biography reveals the real woman behind the books. -
Austen’s novels depict a world of civility, reassuring stability and continuity. Claire Tomalin’s biography paints a surprisingly different picture of the Austen family and their Hampshire neighbours.
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Photographic notecards with images of Chawton House and grounds, taken by Claire Lewis Photography.
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This collage was one of a set of three works created by artist Louisa Albani in response to her visit to Chawton House in 2019. -
This collage was one of a set of three works created by artist Louisa Albani in response to her visit to Chawton House in 2019. -
Read this fascinating account of Jane Austen's fifth Great niece and her experience of growing up at Chawton House.