About this episode

In this episode, Anne encounters Captain Wentworth, and the discussion includes insights on Jane Austen's literary legacy with guest Rev. Professor Jane de Gay.

In Chapter 7 of Persuasion , Anne finally is in the same room as Captain Wentworth. He's just as handsome as ever, but apparently he hardly recognizes her. This week, Rev. Professor Jane de Gay joins us at the end of the episode to talk about Jane Austen's literary legacy. --- Hot and Bothered is a Not Sorry Production Find us at our website | Follow us on Instagram Don't spend your daughter's dowry, but if you can spare $5/month, we'd love to have your support on Patreon ! On Patreon we have more great Austen content including a weekly bonus conversation between Vanessa and Stephanie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Topics covered

• Jane Austen
• literary legacy
• romance
• character analysis
• Persuasion
• relationships

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