The Jane Austen Marriage Manual by Helen Amy

Step into the world of Regency romance and social decorum with The Jane Austen Marriage Manual, a fascinating exploration of love, courtship, and etiquette in Jane Austen’s time. Drawing on genuine 18th- and early 19th-century advice literature, this insightful guide reveals the expectations and rules that shaped the lives of young women navigating the path to marriage between 1796 and 1816.

Published to mark the bicentenary of Jane Austen’s death, this beautifully written book reflects the customs that influenced her characters and shaped her plots — from Elizabeth Bennet’s cool response to Mr Darcy’s first awkward proposal to the intricate rituals of a debutante’s introduction to society.

Helen Amy blends historical research with Jane Austen’s personal experiences and the references found in her beloved novels to create a vivid portrait of the Regency marriage market — its ambitions, anxieties, and occasional absurdities.

Format: Paperback
Ideal for: Jane Austen fans, history enthusiasts, lovers of Regency fiction, and readers curious about the customs of a bygone age.