About this episode

The episode discusses key events and characters in Chapters 11 and 12 of Persuasion, including romantic connections and cultural references.

In this episode, we talk about Lyme, the connection between Anne and Captain Benwick, whether these chapters make us wonder if Anne will end up with someone other than Captain Wentworth, and Louisa’s fall from the steps. The characters we discuss are Captains Harville and Benwick. In the historical section, Ellen talks about romantic poetry, and for popular culture Harriet discusses the 2022 Netflix film adaptation of Persuasion. Things we mention: General discussion: Janet Todd and Antje Bla...

People in this episode

Hosts: Ellen, Harriet

Topics covered

• Lyme
• Anne and Captain Benwick
• Captain Wentworth
• Louisa’s fall
• romantic poetry
• 2022 Netflix film adaptation of Persuasion

Keywords

• Jane Austen
• Persuasion
• literature
• historical context

Mentioned in this episode

Products: 2022 Netflix film adaptation of Persuasion

Books & works: Persuasion

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