Marlon James

Marlon James, a Booker Prize-winning novelist, joins the hosts to delve into Jane Austen's profound impact on literature. He discusses Austen's keen insight into human nature and her critique of societal norms, particularly regarding women's financial realities. Marlon explores the hidden shadows of slavery in Austen's work and critiques the passivity of Mr. Bennet. He also shares how colonial education shaped his love for Austen's novels and imagines writing from a Black woman's perspective in Austen's world. Adaptations and Austen's lasting influence on modern writers are also celebrated.