Season 5 Ep 4: What would Jane do about Crime and Punishment?

10/16/24 • 52 min

What would Jane do about crime and punishment? In this episode we delve into the history of crime and punishment in Jane Austen's era, discussing topics such as duelling, the lack of centralised law enforcement, and the discipline and punishment systems in the military, navy and elsewhere. The conversation also touches on the influence of class on crime and punishment, and the theme of crime in Jane Austen's novels. Is there any? Listen to find out!
Kate also mentions the appeal at Chawton House library - you can find out more about that worthy cause at https://chawtonhouse.org.
And if you are inspired to read Julia's book The Elgin Conspiracy, you can find it here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Elgin-Conspiracy-page-turning-historical-adventure-ebook/dp/B0D52JVXNG/

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Season 5 Ep. 3 WWJD...about Lady Whistledown? (inc. Bridgerton Season 3 review)

What did you think of Bridgerton Season 3? Julia Golding and Kate Macfarlane review the latest season but also put Lady Whistledown through her paces. They look at the real Lady Whistledown and the place for public scandalmongering. What was the role of gossip in Jane's world and where is it a major plot device in her novels? Stay tuned for Jane Austen news.
janeausten.co.uk Then type 'Jane Austen Festival 2024'. The page has links to all events and a festival programme.
https://austenvariations.com/gossip-and-scandal-in-jane-austens-world/

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Season 5 Ep 5: What would Jane do...about duels?

Pistols at dawn? What would (and did) Jane Austen do about the practice of settling disputes with duels? Julia Golding and Kate Macfarlane romp through the history and laws of duelling, examine the famous cases in the period, including duels fought by women, and then turn to Jane's novels to find out what she thought on this subject. After a brief look at modern equivalents, we go on to give our review of the BBC TV series Miss Austen and the news about the balls to celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday this year (2025).