Austen, Jane

Anne Elliot sent Frederick Wentworth away seven years ago when she was an unhappy girl beset by troubles. Now she regrets it. When he returns, it takes a fortuitous series of accidents before the knots can be untied.

Presents the text of Jane Austen's novel about Miss Fanny Price, the poor relation of a wealthy family who possesses only natural goodness to aid her against a witty and lovely rival as they compete for the man they both love, and includes a selection of contemporary materials on issues addressed in the story, and critical essays.

Two English sisters of opposite temperaments learn to appreciate each other better while dealing with the joys and heartaches of romantic love.

Story of a young woman who wins her freedom from familial bonds through her relationships with other strong women.

Divorce was nearly impossible, so a marriage made for the wrong reasons could condemn two people to a lifetime of misery.