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Sanditon
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Book Brief
112
Novel • Fiction
Sanditon, England • 19th Century
1925
Adult
14+ years
Super Short Summary
Sanditon follows Charlotte Heywood, who, after meeting Mr. and Mrs. Parker due to a carriage accident, travels with them to the coastal town of Sanditon. There, she navigates the ambitions of Mr. Parker to develop Sanditon into a resort, encounters various residents including the wealthy but miserly Lady Denham, and observes the complex social dynamics and health pretensions of the Parker family. The novel contains language about people with disabilities and race that may be considered offensive.
Romantic
Humorous
Adventurous
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Jane Austen's unfinished novel, Sanditon, captures her sharp wit and keen social observations but leaves readers desiring closure. The fragment showcases vibrant characters and promising plotlines yet is marred by its abrupt ending. Enthusiasts appreciate its potential, though some feel its incompleteness is unsatisfying.
Who Should Read Sanditon?
A reader who enjoys Sanditon by Jane Austen would likely appreciate detailed character studies, sharp social commentary, and wit within the context of early 19th-century English society. Fans of Pride and Prejudice by Austen and Middlemarch by George Eliot will find similar appeal in its insightful exploration of human nature and social conventions.
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Thomas Parker
Thomas Parker
A well-meaning yet longwinded man driven by his aspiration to make Sanditon a premier beach resort, he takes on a mentoring role for Charlotte during her stay.
Lady Denham
Lady Denham
A wealthy, shrewd woman with a sharp eye for money, she initially appears charming yet harbors a controlling and self-serving nature.
Diana Parker
Diana Parker
Thomas Parker’s sister, who is characterized by her obsession with health and being overly concerned with helping others to boost her own ego.
112
Novel • Fiction
Sanditon, England • 19th Century
1925
Adult
14+ years
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