Jane Austen is part of the Life Portraits series which offers a lavishly illustrated, potted biography of iconic creative figures, introducing audiences to the life, times and inspirations of their favourite authors and artists.
ALSO IN THIS SERIES: Virginia Woolf, Coco Chanel and Frida Kahlo.
This beautifully illustrated biography follows Jane Austen's life and work (which includes Pride & Prejudice, Sense & Sensibility and Emma) and celebrates the legacy of the much-loved literary icon. It also explores Austen's inspirations and influences, her domestic life and the society she lived in.
'Charming illustrated biographies that offer quotes, inspiration and trivia on literary legends.'
'Perfect for a bath-side bookshelf near you are these gorgeous little illustrated biographies... Wonderful gifts for busy minds.'
'Perfect for a bath-side bookshelf near you are these gorgeous little illustrated biographies... Wonderful gifts for busy minds.'
'Charming illustrated biographies that offer quotes, inspiration and trivia on literary legends.'
Nina Cosford is a freelance illustrator based in Hastings and London. Her work takes her around the world and encompasses editorial, advertising, lettering, reportage and educational illustration. Her work has been featured by NYLON magazine, HBO, Buzzfeed and TimeOut New York.
ZENA ALKAYAT has previously published successful guidebooks Tea & Cake London and London Villages. She spent 10 years working as a journalist at publications including Metro newspaper and Time Out London before moving into publishing. She is currently Senior Commissioning Editor at Frances Lincoln.