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Lady Susan

eng. Lady Susan · 1871
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Interesting Facts

  • «Lady Susan» is an epistolary novel, meaning it is written in the form of letters between characters.
  • The main character, Lady Susan, differs from typical Jane Austen heroines with her manipulativeness and calculation.
  • The novel was written early in Jane Austen's career but was published only after her death.
  • Lady Susan is a widow who uses her charm and intellect to manipulate those around her and arrange her life.
  • Although the novel is not as well-known as Austen's other works, it attracts attention with its unique style and an unusual heroine for Austen.
Lady Susan
Date of publication: 10 October 2024
Last updated: 30 October 2024
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Original titleeng. Lady Susan · 1871