Full name: Miniatures and Morals: The Christian Novels of Jane Austen

Author: Peter J. Leithart Year: 2004 Rank: Rating: Original Rating: Pop Rating: Genres/categories: Non Fiction, Religion, Christianity Purchase/reserch links: LibraryThing Goodreads Amazon ISBNs: 9781591280156 159128015X

Not only are Austen's novels still widely read, they continue to influence modern film and literature. In both their moral content and their focused, highly detailed, "miniaturist" execution, they reveal Austen's mastery of the art of fiction and her concern for Christian virtues exercised within communities. She entertains, edifies, and challenges men and women readers alike. From theological and literary angles, Leithart analyzes character and theme while summarizing each of Austen's major works: Pride & Prejudice, Northanger Abbey, Sense & Sensibility, Mansfield Park, Emma, and Persuasion. Including helpful review and thought questions for each section, this book is an excellent introduction to Austen for students and for all who desire a richer appreciation of her enduring genius. Similar books: Reading Between the Lines by Gene Edward Veith Jr. A Little History of Literature by John Sutherland A Scream Goes Through the House by Arnold Weinstein The Pursuit of God by A. W. Tozer Love Does by Bob Goff My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers The Prodigal God by Timothy Keller Blue Like Jazz by Donald Miller Heaven by Randy Alcorn Cold-Case Christianity by J. Warner Wallace Captivating by John Eldredge Believing God by Beth Moore The Ragamuffin Gospel by Brennan Manning Celebration of Discipline by Richard J. Foster The Knowledge of the Holy by A. W. Tozer The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri J. M. Nouwen Sacred Marriage by Gary L. Thomas Agents of the Apocalypse by David Jeremiah Tactics by Gregory Koukl Kingdom Man by Tony Evans