Zeina MakkyJan 13, 2021The 'Miseries of Human Life': Celebrating the 'petty outrages' of the 19th centuryCelebrating James Beresford’s book on the "petty outrages, minor humiliations and tiny discomforts that make up everyday human existence."
Robin K. FloydJan 6, 2021Get up and move: An exercise plan inspired by Jane AustenWe at the Jane Austen Summer Program hope you had a festive holiday season. As we begin the new year, many of us are aiming to get more...
Zeina MakkyDec 15, 2020Bridgerton: An Austen-ish Netflix ShowIf you're disappointed Sanditon won't be returning, an appetite quencher from an unlikely source is on its way: Netflix' Bridgerton.
Brett HarrisDec 9, 2020'Tis the season to make trifle!As we head into the holiday season, the cooks and bakers among us might be wondering: What sorts of desserts might Jane Austen have...
Zeina MakkyNov 18, 2020Food references in Jane Austen’s novelsTea and dinners are as important as balls and countryside in Austen’s novels. Take our quiz to see how well you remember food references.