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Jane Austen

Persuasion

Jane AustenFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1817

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Jane Austen

Persuasion

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1817
Book Details
Pages

122

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Early 19th Century

Publication Year

1817

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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Super Short Summary

Persuasion by Jane Austen follows Anne Elliot, who is reintroduced to Captain Wentworth, a former fiancé she was persuaded to reject years earlier. As they navigate social circles and family dynamics, Anne and Wentworth confront past misunderstandings and rediscover their feelings for each other amidst the backdrop of financial struggles and changing social status.

Romantic

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Bittersweet

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

732,104 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jane Austen's Persuasion is celebrated for its mature exploration of love and second chances, with critics praising its deep character development and subtle irony. However, some readers find the pacing slow and the plot less engaging than her other works. Overall, it remains a nuanced and cherished novel in Austen's oeuvre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Persuasion?

A reader who enjoys Persuasion by Jane Austen would likely appreciate intricate social dynamics, insightful character studies, and evocative commentary on love and duty. Similar readers might enjoy Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen and Middlemarch by George Eliot. Fans of these classics often relish rich, introspective narratives set in historical contexts.

4.3

732,104 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

122

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Early 19th Century

Publication Year

1817

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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