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Historical Women of Letters

Jane Austen for the Dekalb Public Library
Location:
DeKalb Public Library
309 Oak St.
DeKalb, IL 60115
Date:
Jan 28, 2026
Time:
6:00pm
Registration Link:
Synopsis:
Jane Austen visits you from the autumn of 1815. Her first three novels, Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice and Mansfield Park are published, and Emma is complete. Jane visits with you at this, the most vibrant and hopeful time of her life. Drawing from her letters, juvenilia, and novels, this 45-minute performance delves into the personal life of one of the most beloved and intriguing novelists of the 19th century.
By the end of the presentation, the audience will know more about Miss Jane Austen the woman, as well as the author. The presentation is followed by a Q&A and photo opportunities.
This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration is not required
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