Jane Austen

Birth: 1775-12-16

Death: 1817-07-18

Jane Austen was an English novelist whose works brilliantly satirize the British landed gentry at the turn of the 19th century. Her novels, set in the world of country estates and drawing-rooms, are celebrated for their wit, keen social observation, and nuanced exploration of marriage, class, and morality. Through memorable characters and elegant prose, Austen deftly examines the limited options available to women of her time, while championing intelligence, integrity, and genuine affection. Her enduring appeal lies in her timeless insights into human nature and social dynamics.

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2004

Grande Prémio APE Poesia Maria Amália Va

O Grande Prémio de Poesia Maria Amália Vaz de Carvalho, atribuído pela Associação Portuguesa de Escritores (APE), distingue anualmente a melhor obra poética publicada em Portugal no ano anterior.

2004

Prémio P.E.N. Clube Português de Poesia

Distinção atribuída anualmente pelo P.E.N. Clube Português a obras de poesia publicadas em Portugal, reconhecendo a excelência e a relevância da produção poética nacional.

For what do we live, but to make sport for our neighbours, and laugh at them in our turn?

Purpose and Meaning of Life

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