Jane Was Here: An Illustrated Guide to Jane Austen's England

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Jane Was Hereis a whimsical,illustrated guide to Jane Austen's England from the settings in her novels and the scenes in the wildly popular television and filmadaptations, to her homes and other important locationsthroughout her own life.

Discover the stately homes of Basildon Park and Ham Houseand the lush landscapesof Stourhead and Stanage Edge. Tread in Jane's footsteps as you exploreher school in the old gatehouse of the ruined Reading Abbey;her perfectly-preserved home in herChawton cottage, where she spent the last eight years of her life;orher final resting place in Winchester Cathedral.

Whether you want to take this book as your well-thumbed guide on a real Austenian pilgrimage of your own, or experience the journey from the comfort of your own living room,Jane Was Herewill take you with a tone as wry as Janes itself on an enchantingadventurethrough the ups and downs of the world of Jane Austen.

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Nicole Jacobsen is a literature graduate with an interest in exploring 18th century female authors and has contributed to projects with the Wordsworth Trust. Lexi K. Nilson has a BFA in illustration, and her work for children's books includesThe Many Masks of Margo Magnolia. Devynn MacLennan has worked with Nike, Stance, and Tai Pei, and brings her communications expertise to bear on this new project.