Retelling Jane Austen - by Tammy Powley & April Van Camp (Paperback)

About the Book

"Jane Austen originally wrote for a Regency period audience and would never have predicted the success of her original works. The slew of variations and adaptations of Austen's works in both film and contemporary novels has grown into an industry with a fan-base waiting for more. This collection fills the gap in Austen scholarship between 2000 to the current moment. The authors examine universal and contemporary themes in Austen's literature ranging from classic romance to apocalyptic fiction. Essays cover Austen retellings with a New York City setting, Jane Austen and Islamic culture, and even a plot with zombies. This anthology demonstrates Jane Austen's enduring talent and relevancy"--

Book Synopsis

Jane Austen wrote for a Regency-period audience and could never have predicted the lasting success of her original works. The slew of variations and adaptations of Austen's works in both film and novels has grown into an industry with a fan base clamoring for more.

This collection fills a gap in Austen scholarship, examining universal and contemporary themes in the original literature and how the works have been adapted since 2000 onward. Essays explore Austen retellings with a New York City setting, Jane Austen and Islamic culture, and even a plot with zombies. This volume demonstrates Jane Austen's enduring talent and relevancy.

Review Quotes

"This is a strong collection of essays on Austen's timeless appeal and themes that reach across the lines of nationality, race, and sexuality. Literary scholars will appreciate in-depth looks at topics like colonialism and pandemics through the prism of Austen, while lay readers will enjoy introductions to a broader, more diverse range of books and movies inspired by a writer they love. ...recommended"-Choice

About the Author

Tammy Powley is a professor of English and teaches composition, creative writing, and technical communications at Indian River State College in Ft. Pierce, Florida. Her academic research interests include women's literature and creative writing. April Van Camp is a professor of English at Indian River State College in Fort Pierce, Florida, where she teaches composition and literature. She lives in Fort Pierce.