Episode 1096
Celebrating Jane Austen's 250th Birthday with Jennifer Egan and Helen Fielding
This year marks the 250th birthday of Jane Austen.
March 27, 202522m 33s
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Show Notes
This year marks the 250th birthday of Jane Austen, whose novels have been beloved, riffed on, and adapted for centuries. We discuss her work and legacy with Helen Fielding, whose book Bridget Jones’s Diary drew direct inspiration from Austen, and with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jennifer Egan. Listeners also share their thoughts on the beloved author.
Topics
literatureliterary_classicshelen_fieldingausten_adaptationshistorical_fiction_authorsbridget_jones_inspirationjane_austen_fandomjennifer_egan_authorjane_austen_250pride_and_prejudicebooksjane_austen_legacyausten_anniversary