Thursday, October 8, 2026

Pride and Prejudice 1st Edition
The Original Jane Austen Entry Point
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pride_and_Prejudice

Event:   JASNACWNY October 2026 Meeting
Title:     Objects of Affection: Sharing Our Jane Austen Stories
When:   October 17, 2026 1:00 pm
Where: In person, Barnes and Noble Pittsford, Community Room

Kathryn Sutherland’s 2025 biography of Jane Austen explores Austen’s life through objects she encountered, owned, or inspired, using material things as pathways into her world, her writing, and her enduring influence. 

At our October meeting, we’ll share a little about Sutherland’s book and then invite you to share your Jane Austen stories: the books, keepsakes, memories, places, or moments that first introduced you to Austen or created an Austen-related memory. Please bring a favorite story, memory, and/or Jane-related object to share with the group!

Personally, I got my my start with Jane Austen from Pride and Prejudice, not through the book shown above, but through the 2005 movie. While I know this is not everyone's favorite, it was a great introduction to Jane Austen. We'll discuss more at the meeting. Hope to see you there!

Interested in Sutherland’s Jane Austen in 41 Objects? 
For an overview and Table of Contents click here. 
To read an excerpt, click here. 

And
An Early Heads Up for Buffalo

Our Buffalo area group will be reading The Other Bennet Sister by  Janice Hadlow for a meeting in November. Date/Location TBA.