“If the written word could cure rheumatism I think hers might, like a dock leaf laid on a sting”

Today marks the anniversary of the death of the author of Pride and Prejudice. Robert Hume explains how her ‘Irish friend’ put fame and fortune above a chance to marry a penniless writer.

A LAVISH ball from the late 18th century was recreated in an Irish castle last night for a multi-million euro movie telling the tale of author Jane Austen’s own life.

A lavish ball from the late 18th century was recreated in an Irish castle tonight for a multi-million euro movie telling the tale of author Jane Austen’s own life.