Gift Ideas for Jane Austen Fans

There is something truly timeless about the appeal of author Jane Austen. Centuries after the publication of her novels like Pride and Prejudice and Emma, the public is still very interested in devouring her works and reading books about her life. If someone in your life is besotted with Jane Austen, delight them with these gift ideas for Jane Austen fans.

Gift Ideas for Jane Austen Fans: Pride and Prejudice-the Game

Pride and Prejudice-the Game is a lovely Jane Austen themed board game based on characters from Austen's beloved novel Pride and Prejudice. Players can choose famous couples from the novel like Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, and the first couple to get married in the Parish Church wins! Test your knowledge of the novel and delve into Regency life with this fun board game, which is $29 plus $8 shipping at ashgrovepress.com (perfect for those holiday get-togethers and cold winter nights!)

Gift Ideas for Jane Austen Fans: Jane Austen Pop Art Tote

The Jane Austen fan on your holiday list will enjoy carrying a Jane Austen pop art tote, a cool gift with four images of Austen on a heavyweight canvas tote bag. The tote costs $20 at Pemberley.com, and this Austen fan site also has a nice assortment of Jane Austen items like mugs, clothing, and stationery.

Gift Ideas for Jane Austen Fans: Jane Austen Action Figure

Jane Austen was ahead of her time and her works resonate with feminist themes, so it's no surprise there's a Jane Austen action figure! This 5 inch vinyl action figure comes complete with mini writing desk and removable quill pen, and it's available for $10.40 on Amazon.com.

Gift Ideas for Jane Austen Fans: Jane Austen's Regency World

Jane Austen's Regency World is a magazine devoted to Jane Austen and Regency life. This bi-monthly magazine is published in the UK, and a one year subscription costs $71.29 at Findingjaneausten.com.

Gift Ideas for Jane Austen Fans: The Oxford Illustrated Jane Austen (Six Volume Set)

Many Janeites believe that The Oxford Illustrated Jane Austen is an essential part of any Austen collection. This six volume set by R.W. Chapman features beautifully illustrated texts of all the Austen novels and her minor works. The Oxford Illustrated Jane Austen is available at Finding Jane Austen for $110.25.

Gift Ideas for Jane Austen Fans: The Jane Austen Collection on DVD

For Austen lovers who have read the novels, the Jane Austen Collection on DVD allows fans to savor the stories on film. This set presents BBC adaptations of all six Jane Austen novels on DVD, including the revered Pride and Prejudice. The Jane Austen Collection at the Finding Jane Austen site costs $30.99 (ideal for those who love British drama and Jane Austen!)

Gift Ideas for Jane Austen Fans: Pride and Prejudice 10th Anniversary Collector's Set

The Pride and Prejudice 10th Anniversary Collector's Set is the gold standard for Jane Austen collectors (this is considered the most faithful film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice with a very authentic Regency flavor). This special edition of the A&E Networks Pride and Prejudice miniseries features Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy and the 3 DVD set comes in a handsome green case with a 120 page companion book. These collector sets often sell for around $20 to $25 on Amazon sellers or eBay, and The Good Company is currently selling it for $24.99.

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www.ashgrovepress.com

www.pemberley.com/pemberleyshoppe.html

www.amazon.com/Accoutrements-Jane-Austen-Action-Figure/dp/B000CIU6XG

www.thegoodcompany.com/Shop/Control/Product/fp/SFV/31738/vpid/2975092/vpcsid/0/rid/123240

www.findingjaneausten.com/Jane-Austen-gift-ideas.htm