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Sanditon Paperback - 2004

by Jane Austen

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Had Jane Austen lived to complete Sanditon, it would undoubtedly be as famous and treasured as her other novels. But unfinished at her death, the masterpiece has remained mysterious and overlooked. Now, author Juliette Shapiro has completed Sanditon in a vivid style recognizable to any Austen fan. Here is the story of Charlotte Heywood, who has recently arrived in the town of Sanditon to enjoy the benefits of the ocean air. At first, Charlotte finds amusement enough standing at her ample Venetian window looking over its placid seafront and salubrious ocean, wind-blown linens and sparkling sea. But there is much more to this promising little coastal resort. Before long, Charlotte discovers that scandals abound. To the delight of her eccentric host Mr. Parker, she becomes captivated by the romance of the seaside lifestyle. But is the town of Sanditon truly the haven that Mr. Parker likes to think it is, and will Charlotte Parker find happiness here?

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Sanditon is an unfinished novel by Jane Austen, which follows the story of Charlotte Heywood, a young and naive woman who is invited to stay with the Parker family in the seaside town of Sanditon. The Parkers are trying to turn Sanditon into a fashionable resort, and Charlotte becomes embroiled in their efforts to attract wealthy visitors and investors.As Charlotte explores Sanditon and its inhabitants, she encounters a variety of characters, including the charming but unreliable Sidney Parker, the wealthy and eccentric Lady Denham, and the ambitious and scheming Clara Brereton. Along the way, she learns about the politics and social dynamics of the town, and begins to understand the complexities of human relationships and motivations.Despite being unfinished, Sanditon showcases Austen's wit, humor, and insight into human nature. The novel is notable for its exploration of social and economic change in early 19th century England, and its portrayal of a seaside town on the cusp of transformation. Austen's unique style and ability to create memorable characters make Sanditon a must-read for fans of classic literature.""AND WHOSE very snug-looking place is this?"" said Charlotte as, in a sheltered dip within two miles of the sea, they passed close by a moderate-sized house, well fenced and planted, and rich in the garden, orchard and meadows which are the best embellishments of such a dwelling. ""It seems to have as many comforts about it as Willingden.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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A GENTLEMAN AND A LADY travelling from Tunbridge towards that part of the Sussex coast which lies between Hastings and Eastbourne, being induced by business to quit the hight road and attempt a very rough lane, were overturned in toiling up its long a scent, half rock, half sand.

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  • Title Sanditon
  • Author Jane Austen
  • Binding Paperback
  • Pages 60
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Kessinger Publishing
  • Publication date 2004-06-17
  • ISBN 9781419146060 / 1419146068
  • Weight 0.27 lbs (0.12 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.24 x 7.6 x 0.16 in (23.47 x 19.30 x 0.41 cm)
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: 1800-1850
    • Cultural Region: British
  • Category Fiction - General
  • Dewey Decimal Code FIC

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by Austen, Jane

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