3877 - Jane Austen & You (John King)
Course Description
Instructor: John King
In English literature, Jane Austen is often ranked second only to Shakespeare. Her rich and unique contributions are both artistic and technical. Today, it is likely no writer has more ardent devotees worldwide. What inspires this acclaim, constant stream of film adaptations, fan fiction, and genuine personal affection? To better understand the phenomenon that is Austen, we will 1) look at the impact her family and the Regency era had on her works, 2) overview the works themselves, 3) explore multiple ways to further develop your own lifelong relationship with this very welcoming, warm, and comic genius.
Bio: Has consulted professionally in IT, business processes, public speaking. Speak on Jane Austen, astronomy (delivered this to OLLI Lunch & Learn in 2018), Historic Oakland Cemetery (past board chair), slide rules, and opera (past board member of Atlanta Opera). Atlanta native, MS-MoT Ga Tech. Other interests include sailing, history, literature, watercolor and violin.