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Cassandra and Jane

A Jane Austen Novel

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288 pages
Reading time
11 hours

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The story delves into the intimate relationship between Jane and Cassandra Austen, highlighting their bond as beloved sisters and best friends amid societal constraints. Their shared experiences of love and loss profoundly influenced Jane's literary works. The narrative explores the emotional and financial dependencies of women in their era, revealing how their conversations and secrets shaped Jane's novels. Following Jane's death, Cassandra's decision to destroy her letters adds a layer of mystery to Jane's private life, inviting readers to uncover their hidden world.

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Cassandra and Jane, Jill Pitkeathley

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2008
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