Pride and Prejudice in Space - by Alexis Lampley (Hardcover)

About the Book

"A dazzling addition to the Austen-verse." - Julia Quinn, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Bridgerton series

Embark on a journey through the stars with Pride and Prejudice in Space, a vibrant and exquisitely illustrated reimagining of a classic of literary fiction. This fresh take on a beloved story intertwines the elegance of the Jane Austen novel with the adventurous spirit of sci-fi books, creating a unique reading experience for fans of both genres--and perfect for readers of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

Elizabeth Bennet lives on a small moon in the Londinium lunar system with her parents and four sisters. While she dreams of piloting a starship rather than settling down with an eligible man, her world turns upside down when the handsome Mr. Bingley docks the Netherfield StarCruiser on the neighboring estate. The arrival thrusts the Bennet sisters into the bustling asteroid field of the system's wider society, and Elizabeth's aspirations are suddenly in flux. Drawn into the orbit of Mr. Bingley's friend, the proud Fitzwilliam Darcy, Elizabeth is determined to dislike him despite his ten thousand aurum per year.
Can the Bennet sisters navigate the perils of love and space? Will Elizabeth avoid the collision course she's on with the formidable Mr. Darcy? This tale of scifi romance for women explores timeless themes of love, pride, and prejudice, set against the backdrop of the infinite cosmos.Pride and Prejudice in Space features stunning, colorful chapter headers and an array of interior art. With over 60 full-color illustrations and designs, readers will be captivated by this new world--from maps and brochures to digital message logs and pages pulled from the Bennet sisters' journals and sketchbooks.

Join the ranks of the best genre fiction with this exquisite blend of sci-fi fantasy and classic literature timed for the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth (Dec. 16, 1775), the perfect occasion for re-examining the beloved classic through a new, and hyper-futuristic, lens. Jane Austen Fan Fiction (JAFF) has been around since the 19th century, and Pride and Prejudice in Space continues the tradition of reinvention, heralding a new era with its fresh and feminist vision of the great novel. Whether you're a fan of sci-fi, Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, or scifi romance for women, this hardcover adaptation will make a treasured addition to your collection!

Book Synopsis

An exquisitely illustrated, Firefly meets Regency-era retelling of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice--perfect for fans of the classic romance novel, Zombies, and Amie Kaufman's The Illuminae Files.

Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice is arguably the forerunner of all romantic comedies and certainly one of her most popular and irreverent works. And now, graphic designer and Nerdy Ink co-owner--and obsessive fan of Pride and Prejudice--Alexis Lampley gives this timeless, classic, Regency-era romance a new twist, setting it among the stars in a futuristic universe where spaceships and interplanetary travel are the daily norm.

Featuring numerous illustrations of the Londinium Lunar System, drawings of gowns by Lydia Bennet, and spaceship designs by Elizabeth Bennet, this is a futuristic take on a classic by a dedicated Jane Austen fan, for Austen newbies and superfans alike.

Review Quotes

"A dazzling addition to the Austen-verse." -- Julia Quinn, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Bridgerton series

"Reminiscent of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Seth Grahame-Smith... Lampley adds lavish illustrations, handwritten notes, and lively chat logs between characters, highlighting perspectives unheard in the original...An eye-catching creation that will charm Austen lovers and fans of soft sci-fi romance." --Library Journal

"One of those rare books that is exactly what it says it is: Jane Austen's most well-known novel with a science-fiction twist. Lampley has created a whole new world in the stars...Taking on the themes of family, caste-based societies, and yes, pride and prejudice in an entirely new backdrop, this novel is perfect for people who love creative adaptations of classics, such as Pride and Prejudice and Zombies" - Booklist

About the Author

Alexis Lampley is an author, illustrator, and Austen enthusiast who can be found @alexislampley, for writer life updates, @nerdyink, for her bookish business with her husband, @latenightletterer, for hand-lettering and illustration, and @dropandgivemenerdy, for all things bookstagram. Alexis lives in Gulfport, Mississippi with her husband.
Jane Austen (1775-1817) was an English novelist. Her six best-known novels interpret, critique, and comment upon the British landed gentry in the Regency era.

Author Residence: Gulfport, Mississippi