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Explore the ethical depth of classic literature with Jane Austen's Philosophy of the Virtues by Palgrave Macmillan. This scholarly work examines Austen's novels within their specific philosophical and religious contexts. Rather than focusing on a narrow definition of virtue, this text investigates a wide range of moral qualities found throughout her writing. Through fresh readings of her six completed novels and Lady Susan, the book demonstrates how Austen's heroines face the fundamental question of how to live. The analysis shows how the combination of classical and theological traditions forms the center of her storytelling. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of how Austen represents the tensions between different virtues through her complex characters and imaginative narratives. This is an essential resource for students and scholars interested in literary theory and the moral frameworks of 19th-century fiction.

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In-depth analysis of Austen's six completed novels and Lady Susan to reveal moral themes.

Explores the connection between classical and theological traditions within her literary work.

Moves beyond narrow definitions of virtue to examine a plurality of ethical questions.

Provides fresh readings of how Austen's heroines confront life's fundamental moral choices.

Used book in good condition, making it a reliable choice for collectors and students.

Published by Palgrave Macmillan, ensuring high-quality scholarly content.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
13 October 2005
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04 January 2007

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