Around the World with Jane Austen | Workshop (at Arts and Humanities Day)

Jane Austen is one of Southampton's most famous literary figures, who lived in the city from 1806-1809. It's her 250th birthday this December!

Come and celebrate with Dr Gillian Dow, from the English department, and Asha Parekh, student intern. You will explore how Austen is read in languages all over the world. You will hear from Dr Dow about the role of translation in Austen's international fame, and investigate a selection of worldwide translations of her most famous novel, Pride and Prejudice.

Together, we will think of the themes in Austen's novel. Is it all about Romance? What does 'Pride' and 'Prejudice' mean, and how might these words be communicated to prospective readers through cover images on different translations? If you speak a second language at home, or are learning one at school, bring along your expert knowledge!

In the second half of the workshop, you will get the chance to design your very own Pride and Prejudice book cover, using any knowledge you have of other languages.

At the end of the session, you can put your book cover on Jane Austen's Bookshelf. We will compare the covers and discuss how they might be interpreted by readers around the globe, with prizes for the best designs!

Show Times: 12:00, 14:00

Run Time: 50 minutes

Suitability: Ages 11 - 16 years-old

PLEASE NOTE: a few additional tickets for each workshop will be available on the day at the workshop door in Sir James Matthew Building, on a first-come-first-served basis.

Accessibility: Venue is wheelchair accessible. A quiet room, with a sensory tent, will be available nearby - please ask a member of the festival team for directions. Please visit the site here for further information: Southampton Arts and Humanities Festival 2025 - Accessibility (southamptonartshumfest.co.uk)

PLEASE NOTE: This ticket gives you access to the workshop only. You will need to book a FREE general admission ticket for Arts and Humanities Day to complete your registration to the festival, by filling the form here: Eventbrite

This event is taking place as part of Arts and Humanities Day, the fun-filled family-friendly flagship event of Southampton Arts and Humanities Festival.

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