Northanger Abbey

Jane Austen spent much time at home, and never married; she thus had plenty of time to examine deeply ? and write prolifically on ? the social dynamics of rural England. Largely self-educated, Austen began writing at a young age, eventually penning such masterpieces as Sense and Sensibility, Emma, and Pride and Prejudice. Austen's depictions of family dynamics and romantic aspirations in her native setting have won great popularity with readers worldwide.