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Northanger Abbey

Book • 1817

Northanger Abbey is a coming-of-age story that satirizes the Gothic novels of the late 18th century.

The novel follows Catherine Morland, a young and naive girl who loves reading Gothic novels.

When she is invited to stay at Northanger Abbey, the home of the Tilney family, her imagination runs wild with expectations of mystery and horror.

However, the reality of the abbey is far from her Gothic fantasies.

The novel explores Catherine's growth as she learns to distinguish between fiction and reality, and it critiques the societal norms and expectations of her time.

Written by Jane Austen, the book was completed in 1803 but published posthumously in 1817 along with Persuasion.

Mentioned by

Mary Robinette Kowal

Suzannah Lipscomb

Alexandra Schwartz

Angelina Stanford

Sheila Rae Gregoire

Claire Boulard-Jousselin

Marie-Laure Massei-Chamayou

Mentioned in 15 episodes

Mentioned by

Mary Robinette Kowal

when talking about using time as an extension of setting.

20.22: The Lens of Time

Mentioned by

Alexandra Schwartz

as one of the six novels by Jane Austen.

Our Romance with Jane Austen

Mentioned by

Judith Hawley

as an author influenced by Henry Fielding's writing style.

Fielding's Tom Jones

Chosen by

Angelina Stanford

and

Cindy Rollins

for its exploration of reading and literary themes.

Episode 265: "Best of" Series – An Experiment in Criticism, Ch. 1-4

Mentioned by

Greg Jenner

as one of Jane Austen's classic novels.

Jane Austen: the life of a Regency literary icon

Mentioned as one of the six Jane Austen novels in a series that will be covered on the podcast.

282: Sense and Sensibility, by Jane Austen

Mentioned by

Richard Murphy

as one of Jane Austen's novels.

How Governments Can Actually Raise More Revenues | Taxation Expert Richard Murphy

Mentioned as one of Jane Austen's well-known novels, which she began writing under the roof of Jane Chumley.

307. Austen vs Brontë: Unmasking Slavery Heiresses

Mentioned in reference to a development of the archetype of the quiet, enduring, heroic woman.

Dating Like Mr. Darcy I Dr. John-Paul Heil

Mentioned by

Drew Keene

when talking about Jane Austen's writings in the comedy side of things.

CR Episode 291: Pride and Prejudice, Part II

Mentioned by

Sheila Rae Gregoire

in relation to a discussion about the depiction of sex in media and literature.

Episode 276: Is Reading Romance Novels for Women the Same as Watching Porn?

Mentioned as the published title of the manuscript previously known as Susan.

1229: Jane Austen’s First Novel

Mentioned by

Michael Haykin

to illustrate a perspective on history through Catherine Morland's quote in the novel.

Season 1 Episode 1: Why Bede’s Podcast?

Mentioned by

Erin Roberts

as a story where the author's voice gently mocks the main character.

20.49: Using Tone and Mood

Read by

Rebecca Romney

when she was 13 years old and she enjoyed the story.

Episode 40: Author and Rare Book Dealer Rebecca Romney: Jane Austen’s Bookshelf … and Beyond

Mentionné par

Claire Boulard-Jousselin

en faisant référence à une jeune fille surprise avec un roman à la main.

Jane Austen en son temps : Jane Austen, être écrivaine dans l’Angleterre georgienne

Mentionné par

Marie-Laure Massei-Chamayou

, en référence au manuscrit initialement intitulé « Susan ».

Jane Austen en son temps : Gentry et petites fortunes, Jane Austen raconte le pouvoir de l’argent

Mentioned by

Suzannah Lipscomb

as a novel reflecting on the dissolution of the monasteries and societal changes.

Jane Austen & the Reformation

Mentioned by

Whit Stillman

as a novel he hated when he first read it during a depressed period.

WASP movie | Whit Stillman interview

Mentioned as the least favorite Jane Austen novel.

Is Jane Austen's legacy more than just romantic love? With Andrew Hunter Murray and Gill Hornby

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