Austentatious The Evolving World of Jane Austen Fans |
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| Author:
| Luetkenhaus, Holly
Weinstein, Zoe |
| Series title: | Fandom and Culture Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-60938-639-9 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 2019 |
| Publisher: | University of Iowa Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $27.50 |
Book Description:
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This book explores online fan spaces in search of "Janeites" all over the world to discover what fans are making, how fans are sharing their work, and why it matters that so many women and nonbinary individuals find a haven not only in Jane Austen, but also in Jane Austen fandom. In relatable chapters based on firsthand experience, the authors explore how Austen fandom has and continues to build communities around women, people of color, and the LGBTQ+ community.
This book explores online fan spaces in search of "Janeites" all over the world to discover what fans are making, how fans are sharing their work, and why it matters that so many women and nonbinary individuals find a haven not only in Jane Austen, but also in Jane Austen fandom. In relatable chapters based on firsthand experience, the authors explore how Austen fandom has and continues to build communities around women, people of color, and the LGBTQ+ community.