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Classics · LightA clever, wealthy young woman who is certain she knows best in matters of love
Emma
by Jane Austen
See it on Amazon1815Moderate readSteady pace
What it is about
Emma Woodhouse, handsome, clever and rich, decides to find husbands for her friends, with comic results. Austen’s 1815 novel is a sharp comedy of manners and misjudgement.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy classic novels that have stayed in print, with a light mood and a steady pace. It is a read that rewards some attention.
Themes: Matchmaking · Class · Self-knowledge
Screen adaptation
Emma (1996) · Emma (2020)
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About the author
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