{"title":"Kathryn Sutherland","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection dedicated to the distinguished author Kathryn Sutherland, whose insightful works delve into the life and legacy of one of history’s most beloved literary figures, Jane Austen. Sutherland offers readers an engaging glimpse into Austen's world through her meticulous research and scholarly expertise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eJane Austen in 41 Objects\u003c\/em\u003e. This compelling biography not only chronicles Austen's life but also explores it through a unique lens—utilising 41 interesting objects that were significant in shaping her world. This approach allows readers to connect with Austen on a more intimate level, revealing details about her personal and professional life that are often overlooked in traditional biographies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an ardent admirer of Jane Austen or a newcomer eager to learn more about her illustrious career and the Regency era, Kathryn Sutherland’s works offer an enriching experience. Her books are perfect for anyone interested in biography and memoir genres, providing a blend of historical context and personal anecdotes for a comprehensive understanding of Austen’s enduring influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore this category to discover the unique storytelling brilliance of Kathryn Sutherland and immerse yourself in the fascinating life of Jane Austen. Each title promises to enlighten and entertain, making them a worthy addition to any literary enthusiast's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"jane-austen-in-41-objects-by-kathryn-sutherland-9781851246267","title":"Jane Austen in 41 Objects","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than 200 years after Jane Austen's death at the age of just forty-one, we are still looking for clues about this extraordinary writer's life. What might we learn if we take a glimpse inside the biographies of objects that crossed her path in life and afterwards—things that she cherished or cast aside, or that furnished the world in which she moved, or that have themselves been inspired by her legacy?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong objects described in \u003cem\u003eJane Austen in 41 Objects\u003c\/em\u003e are a teenage notebook, a muslin shawl, a wallpaper fragment, a tea caddy, the theatrical poster for a play she attended, and the dining-room grate at Chawton Cottage where she lived. Poignantly, the last manuscript page of her unfinished novel and a lock of hair kept by her devoted sister, Cassandra, are also featured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eObjects contributing to Jane Austen's rich cultural legacy include a dinner plate decorated by Bloomsbury artists Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant, Grayson Perry's commemorative pot from 2009, and Mr Darcy's wet shirt, worn by Colin Firth in the 1995 BBC adaptation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a different kind of biography, in which objects with their own histories offer shifting entry points into Jane Austen's life. Each object—illustrated in colour—invites us to meet Jane Austen at a particular moment when her life intersects with theirs, speaking eloquently of past lives and shedding new light on one of our best-loved authors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46267673870572,"sku":"9781851246267","price":88.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781851246267.jpg?v=1742166579"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/kathryn-sutherland.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}