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Jane Austen in the Thames Valley

Discover a fresh perspective on Jane Austen in Jane Austen in Thames Valley. This book delves into Austen’s lesser-known association with the Thames Valley, a connection that has received minimal attention due to scant evidence. A significant focus of this guide is on the often-underestimated influence of Austen’s mother, Cassandra Leigh. It compellingly illustrates how Mrs. Austen’s impact profoundly shaped Jane Austen’s outlook on life. The Thames Valley, a region frequently overlooked in Austen studies, actually harbours numerous ties to the beloved author, more than initially apparent. This thoroughly researched and meticulously documented book unveils these connections. Accompanying the narrative are three detailed excursions designed to help readers explore and uncover the links between Jane Austen and the Thames Valley.

June Durant

June Durant is a retired teacher, a member of the Jane Austen Society of the UK and an amateur genealogist. She enjoys traveling—once hitchhiking around the coast of the Iberian Peninsular and into North America, living and working for ten years in Africa and twice sailing around the world—on a container ship and some years later on a cruise ship. June lives in Berkshire, close to her twin daughters, and thus delights in being part of her four grandchildren as they grow into adulthood.

Austin Macauley Publishers