Memoir of Jane Austen by James Edward Austen-Leigh

This expanded edition offers fresh insights into Jane Austen's life, featuring new letters, childhood stories, and an unpublished tale, enriching her enduring legacy.

Recent Episodes

Jan 2, 2025

01 – Preface and Chapter 1: Introductory Remarks–Birth of Jane Austen–Her Family

24 mins

Jan 1, 2025

02 – Description of Steventon–Life at Steventon–Changes of Habits and Customs in the last Century

33 mins

Dec 31, 2024

03 – Early Compositions–Friends at Ashe–A very Old Letter–Lines on the Death of Mrs. Lefroy–Observations on Jane Austen’s Letter-writing–Letters

37 mins

Dec 30, 2024

04 – Removal from Steventon–Residence at Bath and at Southampton–Settling at Chawton

23 mins

Dec 29, 2024

05 – Description of Jane Austen’s person, character, and tastes

19 mins