Jane Austen on Paper

Burgess, Miranda

doi:10.1080/10509585.2018.1465696

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“…Among the luminaries of this era, Jane Austen stands prominently known for her portrayal of the romantic lives of the middle-class populace, offering a vivid depiction of the societal milieu and cultural ethos of her contemporary period. Suaidi, Rusfandi, and Wilujeng posit that Jane Austen inhabited societal realms where English society exhibited discrimination based on gender, affluence, and aristocratic standing (Burgess, 2018). This societal landscape served as a catalyst for Austen, propelling her to craft literary works that critically scrutinized the prevalent societal norms.…”

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The Social Condition of the 19th Century British Society Depicted in Jane Austen’s Mansfield Park Novel

Rahman,

Khairunnisa,

Amir P

2023

int.jour.sci.res.mana

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This study delves into the nuanced portrayal of 19th-century British society within Jane Austen's novel "Mansfield Park," employing Lucien Goldmann's Genetic Structuralism as a theoretical lens. Through a meticulous examination of themes such as marriage as a financial transaction, educational disparities, social stratification, and implicit references to the institution of slavery, the research sheds light on the intricate layers of societal divisions and cultural norms prevalent in the Regency era. By analyzing textual excerpts and applying critical scrutiny, this article investigates the multifaceted dynamics of social classes, educational gaps, and the subtle yet significant portrayals of economic entanglements with the slave trade. In utilizing Goldmann's theoretical framework, the study brings to the forefront the interplay between societal structures and cultural representations embedded within Austen's literary work. Furthermore, this research seeks to unravel the complex web of interactions shaping the narrative, highlighting the interconnectedness of societal elements within "Mansfield Park." By elucidating the subtle nuances and underlying tensions in Austen's portrayal of British society, the study aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the socio-cultural fabric of the time. The exploration of Goldmann's Genetic Structuralism as an analytical tool not only enriches the interpretation of Austen's novel but also underscores the relevance of literary theory in unraveling the intricate layers of meaning inherent in classic literary works.

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The Social Condition of the 19th Century British Society Depicted in Jane Austen’s Mansfield Park Novel

Rahman,

Khairunnisa,

Amir P

2023

int.jour.sci.res.mana

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“…English literature has navigated through diverse epochs, ranging from the ancient Old English period to the more contemporary postmodern era. One particularly notable era within this vast spectrum remains the Romantic period, spanning from 1785 to 1832 (Burgess, 2018). Romantic literature, distinctive for its emphasis on intimacy, emotional depth, and fascination with the supernatural, was marked by a fervent pursuit of spontaneity, imagination, personal expression, and unrestricted creativity (Lovecraft, 2013;McClelland, 2012;Crawford, 2014).…”

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The Differences in Treatment Received by the Upper and Lower Classes of the 19th Century British Society Shown in Jane Austen’s Mansfield Park

Khairunnisa,

Rahman,

2023

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This study employs Lucien Goldmann’s Genetic Structuralism approach to dissect the treatment disparities experienced by the upper and lower echelons of society within Jane Austen’s “Mansfield Park.” Utilizing textual analysis, the research scrutinizes instances delineating differential treatment, including condescension and exclusion, towards characters belonging to distinct social strata. The findings delineate the prevalent class-based prejudices, revealing the societal dichotomy ingrained within the novel’s narrative. In examining the treatment disparities within Jane Austen’s “Mansfield Park” through Lucien Goldmann’s Genetic Structuralism approach, this study delves into the intricacies of societal divisions and class-based prejudices. Goldmann’s method allows for a nuanced exploration of the upper and lower echelons of society as depicted in the novel, revealing subtle nuances of condescension and exclusion. Through meticulous textual analysis, the research identifies instances that illuminate the societal dichotomy present in the narrative. By applying this theoretical framework, the study not only brings to light the inherent class biases but also contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between social structures and individual experiences within the world Austen crafted in “Mansfield Park.”

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“…As I have lost almost all my Cloaths, if you would be so humane as to grant me a trifle, as in your Goodness may seem meet it will be received with Gratitude by her who ought always to acknowledge your humanity, and who subscribes herself Your obliged, distressed Servant, Mary Ann JenkinsonI have several duplicates of cloaths in pledge, but have not money to take them out, or I would not obtrude on your Charity. (Letter 43, May 10, 1805) (Bank of England, ).Paper mills certainly used rags supplied from the clothing of gallows victims (Burgess, , p. 371). In keeping with the literary recycling fantasies of the time, we might even go so far as to imagine a hanged forger or utterer of forged notes, the ragged clothing unceremoniously removed from her body and milled into the very paper onto which is printed the broadside reporting her confession and repentance.…”

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“…A monoculture named King Cotton displaced people on a global scale (Beckert, ). As Miranda Burgess () has forcefully demonstrated, cotton bales sailed across the Atlantic only to be spun, woven, and sewn into cloth and clothing designed to be worn by enslaved people who grew cotton; rags from the Caribbean, in turn, were imported for use in English paper mills, and that cotton now bleached white returned as paper across the Atlantic yet again. Cotton clothing increasingly found its way into the rag stream heading for the paper mill.…”

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Paper and the poor: Romantic media ecologies and the Bank Restriction Act of 1797

Brylowe

2019

Literature Compass

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Rag paper is a common denominator for many Romantic‐era medial forms. The term “media ecology” has become increasingly accepted in media theory, and its spatial and ecological affinities connect it to the urgent topic of climate change. Media ecology invites book historians to consider the labor as well as the origins of the materials that underwrite our culture. This consideration of paper recasts the literary archive as an accretion of physical as well as intellectual labor. The physical labor necessary for the making of rag paper included increasingly industrialized agricultural work and textile production, as well as rag collecting and sorting, as many period authors were aware. At the inception of the Bank Restriction Period (1797–1821), the introduction of low‐denomination paper banknotes changed the London media ecology in ways that had a devastating effect on the English poor, including the very orders of agricultural and textiles workers, rag collectors, and papermill rag‐room women who had a hand in paper making. The Bank of England investigated and prosecuted hundreds, resulting in poverty, transportation, imprisonment, and executions. Paper notes and their forgeries invited considerations of other forms of cultural value and circulation, including literary authorship, and the article ends with the Bank of England's current celebration of Jane Austen as a literary icon by including her portrait on the polymer £10 note.

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Jane Austen on Paper

Cited by 4 publications

References 11 publications

The Social Condition of the 19th Century British Society Depicted in Jane Austen’s Mansfield Park Novel

The Social Condition of the 19th Century British Society Depicted in Jane Austen’s Mansfield Park Novel

The Differences in Treatment Received by the Upper and Lower Classes of the 19th Century British Society Shown in Jane Austen’s Mansfield Park

Paper and the poor: Romantic media ecologies and the Bank Restriction Act of 1797

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