Austen Analysis

From The Jane Austen Book Club : Each of us has a private Austen.

Why do you read Jane? Is it for her comic sarcasm? Her belief in true love and friendship based on respect? Her cool observations of society and a woman's place in it?

When did you first read Jane? Did you see a movie adaptation first, or do you shun Andrew Davies and his scripts full of wet, clinging shirts? Have you read any sequels/books loosely based on Austen (Bridget Jones; Pride, Prejudice, and Zombies; etc.)?

How does reading Jane make your life better? richer? worse? (hopefully not the last one! Why are you even here?!?)

Can you possibly pick a favorite Austen book? Or a least favorite?

Have you gotten anyone else you know hooked on Austen?

There's so much to discuss when it comes to our favorite Jane. For this swap you will write one letter to one partner, and answer at least 3 of the above questions. You may answer more if you wish, and feel free to blather on about your love and admiration for Jane (Miss Austen, if you prefer) on topics that I have not listed. Your letter may be typed or handwritten. I won't put a page or word requirement, but these aren't exactly "yes or no" questions. Do them justice.

This is not a profile specific swap. You can start working on it now!