Is it any surprise that from an early age I adored Jane Austen’s work? An expert blend of wit, social commentary, and romance, Austen’s novels are something that I return to again and again.
And Austen herself is a source of some fascination for me, a woman of such independence and smarts truly unique for her age.
I stumbled upon a number of video montages on YouTube featuring the film adaptations of Austen’s novels set to 21st century alternative rock. They’re wonderfully romantic with the added interest of modern music–an ideal combination in my book.
Would Austen approve? Hard to know, though I’m quite sure she’d have something to say either way.
Here’s Learning to Breathe Jane Austen Style:
Oh, my. That just made me sigh with satisfaction. And smile.
Whoops. It’s getting late and I left my last name off of the above comment.