Anne Elliot, intelligent and compassionate, belongs to an aristocratic yet financially troubled family. Years ago, she was persuaded to end her engagement to Frederick Wentworth, the man she deeply loved. Eight years later, their paths cross again. With Austen's signature wit and sharp critique of societal norms, this timeless tale explores lost opportunities, second chances, and the enduring power of love. A must-read for Austen fans and lovers of classic romance.

• Englischsprachige Ausgabe
• Hochwertig ausgestattetes Taschenbuch
• Mit einem persönlichen deutschsprachigen Nachwort von Verena Roßbacher
• »Jedenfalls, was ich damals verstanden habe, war Folgendes: Ich bewunderte Dostojewski, ich verehrte Doderer und Thomas Mann, sie sprachen mich intellektuell an, sie tun es noch, und ich achte sie hoch und schätze sie sehr. Aber ich liebte Jane Austen.« Verena Roßbacher

Autorentext

Jane Austen (1775-1817) is one of the most important writers of all time and her major works are among the great classics of English literature. Her work often centres on the turmoil of young ladies from the upper rural middle classes who are torn between the expectations of the aristocracy and their own idea of happiness.