Jane Austen was an English novelist renowned for her six major novels, including Pride and Prejudice.
Her works offer a critique of British landed gentry and explore women's dependence on marriage for social and economic security.
Austen's writing is characterized by social commentary, realism, and irony.
Although her novels achieved modest success during her lifetime, they gained widespread acclaim after her death.
Austen's works have since been adapted into numerous films and continue to inspire critical essays and popular readership.
Her ability to blend social critique with engaging storytelling has secured her place as a beloved and influential author in English literature.
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