🔗 Share this article Why Austen's Characters Remain Remarkably Relatable To every fan of Jane Austen, the sisters Lizzy, Jane, Kitty, and Lydia readily evoke the iconic Bennet sisters. However, in a upcoming story which follows on the classic, attention turns to the often-overlooked character Mary that steps into the central role. "I encountered the author as a young person growing up in south London, assuming that she couldn't possibly have anything to say for someone like me," remarks a writer. Upon reading the author's books, though, Quintrell found herself surprised by the degree to which connected she felt with the literary figures. It was like one "was acquainted with everybody" in the historical narratives, she notes. A Coming-of-Age Story A performer, playing Jane Bennet, suggests how the character's story of self-acceptance proves to be deeply significant today. "It is truly beautiful to observe Mary flourish and find her own identity," she adds, noting that stories like this are particularly needed for teenagers trying to find their way in today's society. A fellow actress, who plays Lydia, agrees, and states that the author's creations stand the test of time because audiences frequently encounter them at important moments of their life, for instance while reading Pride and Prejudice as a student. Relationships and Sharp Observation The star playing Mary points out that Austen's distinctive writing style provides sharp observations on society without pushing an opinion "down your throat". Another perspective, from the actress who plays Kitty, is that the writer was "remarkably progressive" in her views about topics like "relationships and gender roles". She notes how one current social media craze actually reflects an important dynamic in Austen's novel: the notion '{if he wanted to, he would'. "People were participating in it, and Austen captured that two hundred and fifty earlier," she explains. Why Her World Endures According to the writer, although a long time may have elapsed, "the emotional journeys portrayed truly seem like they remain fresh one bit." This, in her view, is the reason why people still want to revisit Austen's world. Finally, there is a powerful invitation to all people to engage with such narratives. "No matter where your background, you'll find a thread to connect to within these novels," she states.
To every fan of Jane Austen, the sisters Lizzy, Jane, Kitty, and Lydia readily evoke the iconic Bennet sisters. However, in a upcoming story which follows on the classic, attention turns to the often-overlooked character Mary that steps into the central role. "I encountered the author as a young person growing up in south London, assuming that she couldn't possibly have anything to say for someone like me," remarks a writer. Upon reading the author's books, though, Quintrell found herself surprised by the degree to which connected she felt with the literary figures. It was like one "was acquainted with everybody" in the historical narratives, she notes. A Coming-of-Age Story A performer, playing Jane Bennet, suggests how the character's story of self-acceptance proves to be deeply significant today. "It is truly beautiful to observe Mary flourish and find her own identity," she adds, noting that stories like this are particularly needed for teenagers trying to find their way in today's society. A fellow actress, who plays Lydia, agrees, and states that the author's creations stand the test of time because audiences frequently encounter them at important moments of their life, for instance while reading Pride and Prejudice as a student. Relationships and Sharp Observation The star playing Mary points out that Austen's distinctive writing style provides sharp observations on society without pushing an opinion "down your throat". Another perspective, from the actress who plays Kitty, is that the writer was "remarkably progressive" in her views about topics like "relationships and gender roles". She notes how one current social media craze actually reflects an important dynamic in Austen's novel: the notion '{if he wanted to, he would'. "People were participating in it, and Austen captured that two hundred and fifty earlier," she explains. Why Her World Endures According to the writer, although a long time may have elapsed, "the emotional journeys portrayed truly seem like they remain fresh one bit." This, in her view, is the reason why people still want to revisit Austen's world. Finally, there is a powerful invitation to all people to engage with such narratives. "No matter where your background, you'll find a thread to connect to within these novels," she states.