I’ve been reading through Jane austen’s novels & love them. I’ve read quite a few classics in college / grad school
But I’m looking for something really specific that I love about Jane Austen’s work
What I love the most is how gossipy & filled with drama Jane Austen’s books are. Because of the language you think it’s so fine and elegant or even yearning but they’re brutal & petty and it’s so entertaining.
I listen to them while washing dishes every night and I’m always like gasping like omg- he did not just say that! lol
I think some of Oscar Wilde’s work is similar in that way – I’ve read a few of his books / plays. But I’d love some other recommendations too!
I want it to be a classic literature – not historical fiction.
by Figleypup
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The House of Mirth is literally this. It had me gasping the whole time and thoroughly entertained!
Honestly you might like my forthcoming book! I’m not sure if I’m allowed to mention the title here but its an Austen continuation featuring one of her cattiest characters.
Otherwise, I remember Far From The Maddjng Crowd has a few funny bits.
Elizabeth Gaskell’s North & South as well as Wives & Daughters.
Thomas Hardy’s Under the Greenwood Tree is so silly and fun in this way (and is NOT devastating like his more popular books).