Reviewed by Emma Thompson as a "delicious acorn of a book," this short yet impactful biography connects concurrent events in Austen's world and personal life in a way that helps us understand her enduring novels that are still so beloved today. Here's a brief sample of the delightful presentation of context: "And so the nineteenth century dawned. George III was on the throne. William Pitt the Younger was Prime Minister. Napoleon Bonaparte had just siezed power in France. All Jane's brothers had left home, and she had a growing brood of nephews and nieces..." After setting the family, political, social, and literary scene, Sanderson lets us know what Jane Austen was writing or editing in that moment. A valuable edition to your library and a great gift for those in your life who are asking why you are so crazy about Jane Austen. The History Press. UK. 2025. Paper. NEW. $15.00