About the Author

Penelope Hughes-Hallett was born in Jane Austen's village of Steventon in Hampshire. Before her death she lectured in English Literature for the Open University and the Oxford University  Department of External Studies. Her special interest was 19th-century children's literature, and in 1988 she published an anthology, Childhood. She also assisted Valerie Eliot in editing TS Eliot's letters.

Reviews

‘It’s a fascinating insight into [Jane Austen’s] life and what influenced her.’ 
*The People's Friend*

'Thoughtful and Attractive.' 
*Best of British*

'This is a wondrous mixture of personal opinion, informed commentary and illuminating illustrations... a volume to dip into and enjoy again and again'
*Jane Austen’s Regency World Review*