The Addicted Austenite

The next major historical event on our Addicted Austenite list is Edward Jenner and his Smallpox vaccine. 

This episode explores the historical importance of Mary Wollstonecraft's writing and publishing A Vindication on the Rights of Woman and the parallels we can see in Jane Austen's own writing. 

This long-overdue episode is about the industrial revolution of the late 17- early 1800s and where we see it in Jane's novels.

This episode looks at the French Revolution and how it affected Jane's family.

Diving further into the historical context of Jane's novels, this episode looks at the Australian Penal Colony set up in 1788.

Continuing important historical events in Jane's life, this episode looks at the voyages of Captain Cook and the 'mysterious' way he died.

Starting off our run of important historical events during Jane's lifetime this episode looks at the American Revolution and War of Independence, the latter of which started the year Jane was born. Here is the link to the myths article I mention in the episode if you're curious (I do love a good bit of myth busting): https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/myths-of-the-american-revolution-10941835/

This episode looks at whether or not Jane Austen knew some sign language, and what kind of sign language it might have been. 

This episode looks at the discussion of slavery in Mansfield Park and how much we're able to glean from it about Jane's own feelings about slavery and race issues.

This episode looks at how POC are remembered in British history, or more accurately, why they haven't been. This does cover the topic of slavery. 

This episode is a look at the Hallmark Christmas film Pride and Prejudice and Mistletoe. 

This episode looks at all of the mentions of Christmas in Jane Austen's writing and the patterns that we can see. 

We've finally come to the end of this ITV series based on Jane Austen's Sanditon. How does it fare as an Austen Adaptation? 

This is a review of episode seven of ITV's Sanditon. Things are falling apart for Edward Denham and three's company at the Regatta.

In this episode Charlotte goes to London, Sidney gets redeemed, and things get a bit (a lot) steamy with the Denhams. 

This episode talks about the 5th instalment of Sanditon, particularly that cricket match. 

This is a review of the fourth episode of the ITV series Sanditon where we talk satisfying mid-point changes.

A review of the third episode of ITV's Sanditon after I've just watched it. 

This episode explores the second episode of ITV's Sanditon drama. 

This is the first episode of our look at Sanditon where I review the first episode of the new ITV series. 

This episode looks at the unfinished Jane Austen novel, the Watsons, and at the various attempts that there have been to finish it over the years. 

This episode is a review of the 1995 film version of Persuasion from the BBC, and about why I love it so much. 

This episode is a film review of the 2007 ITV version of Persuasion. 

This episode is going over the plot of Persuasion with all the info from the last few episodes put into context. 

This episode is all about Anne's romantic encounters in Persuasion, and why it's really the most romantic of all Jane's novels.

In this episode, we look at the seaside resort of Lyme Regis and why it's so important to Persuasion. 

This episode is about the Georgian Britain attitudes towards the Navy and how that's displayed by Captain Wentworth in Persuasion.

This episode looks at the recent novel; Miss Austen by Gill Hornby, and how we remember Jane and honour her life and work.

This episode kicks off our look at Persuasion and discusses the Baronetage which Sir Walter loves. 

This episode is a review of the 2007 film version of Northanger Abbey (one of my favourite films ever!)

This episode gives a plot overview of Northanger Abbey and puts our episodes on themes into context in the story. 

This episode looks at the rules for ballroom etiquette for Georgian Britons and Jane Austen's characters.

This episode looks at the best way to make your Regency journeys. It also calls out John Thorpe on all his bragging.

Continuing our look at Northanger Abbey, we jump into the history of the novel and how Jane was the hero British novels needed right then (and also the hero they deserved).

This episode looks at the Gothic genre of Literature and how it is parodied in Northanger Abbey.

I have always loved Jane Austen and Northanger Abbey, in particular, played an important role in my development as a writer. So I wanted to talk about my experience and why Northanger Abbey is my favourite novel! Book links:Amazon ~ https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=godshollow&ref=nb_sb_nossExtasy Books ~ https://www.extasybooks.com/978-1-4874-2539-5-godshollow/?search=godshollow&sub_category=1

Our last review of an Emma adaptation in this go-around. Let's see where it falls in the standings!

A review of our second Emma adaptation of 1996, starring Kate Beckinsale. I'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast, you can find me of twitter: @cathpriceauthor, facebook: the addicted austenite, and my website: theaddictedausteniteblog.wordpress.com

They might not have had chocolate eggs, but Georgian era Easter was still quite fun. 

How good is the 1996 adaptation of Jane Austen's Emma?

This episode is to sum up Emma and bring our episodes together before we do the films!

This episode is a bit different from usual, but it was something important that I wanted to get out whilst we are still figuring out our new circumstances. Here are my contact details if you need to talk:Facebook: Catherine Price Author (The Addicted Austenite)Twitter: @CathPriceAuthorEmail: catherinepriceauthor@gmail.comWebsite: theaddictedausteniteblog.wordpress.com

Having a look at the core themes of Emma, and how that relates to modern adaptations of Jane's novels. Look out for some Clueless!

This episode looks at why poor Jane Fairfax is so horrified by the thought of having to become a governess. 

This episode looks at the age gap between Emma Woodhouse and Mr Knightley (and some of Jane's other couples) and looks at whether this was a common occurrence as seems to be the general consensus on the past. 

We're diving into the dedication that we find at the beginning of Emma, why Jane hated doing it, and why everyone hated Prince George.Also advertising our new website theaddictedausteniteblog.wordpress.com 

How did the Britons of the Georgian era celebrate Valentine's Day?*small comment, I am recovering from a cold so my voice might sound a bit funny (or funnier than normal)*

I said I'd be back after Christmas, and here I am! Have a listen to see what's coming up on the Addicted Austenite.

We bring our in-depth look at Mansfield Park to an end as we discuss the events of the novel. 

Looking at the nature vs nurture argument through the lens of Mansfield Park. 

This episode looks at the importance of Fanny's amber cross and its necklace to the story of Mansfield Park.