6 novels. 200 years. Millions of fans.
The Jane Austen Society of North America is dedicated to the appreciation of Jane Austen and her writing. Join us in celebrating her life and works.
2022 JASNA Annual General Meeting
Registration Now Open
Join us Sep. 30-Oct. 2 in beautiful Victoria, BC, for a lively program of lectures, workshops, tours, and entertainments as we explore Sense and Sensibility.
Providing Context
Austen's World Up Close
JASNA members share their expertise in short videos that shine a light on aspects of life in Jane Austen's world. A new video is added to the collection every few weeks.
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April 29, 2022
Introducing: The Jane Austen Book Box Program
We're pleased to announce the launch of JASNA's new Jane Austen Book Box Program for schools and community groups in the U.S. and Canada!
February 9, 2022
Welcome to the Virtual Jane Austen Valentine Party Gallery!
We're delighted to share the photos submitted for the Virtual Jane Austen Valentine Party! Entries received through February 14, 2022, will be added as they come in, so come back...
February 3, 2022
Join Our Virtual Jane Austen Valentine Party!
“You pierce my soul. I am half agony, half hope. " "In vain have I struggled. It will not do. My feelings will not be repressed.
JASNA Members on Jane Austen
Austen's Enduring Appeal
Why does Jane Austen inspire legions of admirers? JASNA members offer their thoughts in this video.
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“The person, be it gentleman or lady, who has not pleasure in a good novel, must be intolerably stupid.”
Northanger Abbey
