Persuasion Annotated

Jane Austen's "Persuasion" is a deeply moving romantic novel, often considered her most mature work, perfect for young adult readers. It tells the story of 27-year-old Anne Elliot, who, eight years prior, was persuaded by a friend to break off her engagement to the then-unworthy naval officer, Frederick Wentworth. Now, Wentworth returns as a wealthy and successful captain, while Anne's family faces financial ruin. The novel masterfully builds tension around the central question: can Anne and Wentworth find their way back to each other, overcoming past regrets and societal obstacles? This annotated edition offers additional context, making the classic text more accessible.

Of all Jane Austen's great and delightful novels, Persuasion is widely regarded as the most moving. It is the story of a second chance. ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Twenty-seven-year old Anne Elliot is Austen's most adult heroine. Eight years before the story proper begins, she is happily betrothed to a naval officer, Frederick Wentworth, but she precipitously breaks off the engagement when persuaded by her friend Lady Russell that such a match is unworthy. The breakup produces in Anne a deep and long-lasting regret. When later Wentworth returns from sea a rich and successful captain, he finds Anne's family on the brink of financial ruin and his own sister a tenant in Kellynch Hall, the Elliot estate. All the tension of the novel revolves around one question: Will Anne and Wentworth be reunited in their love? ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥