Episode 63: Bringing Jane Austen's Bath to life with Ellis Naylor @historian_ellis

Join me and Ellis as we assemble a Jane Austen guide to Bath. Together, we'll explore Austen's complex bond with this iconic city, from its social allure to its challenges.We'll dive into Austen's portrayal of Bath in "Northanger Abbey" and "Persuasion," examining how she depicted its social intricacies and landscapes. As we stroll through Bath's streets and assembly rooms, I'll reveal the places Austen frequented, from Lansdowne Crescent to Westgate Buildings.Ellis shares insights into the history of Bath and as a local, she offers personal reflections on Bath's historical tapestry and Austen's connection to it. Whether it's the lively pump rooms or the romance of Lover's Lane, each anecdote adds depth to our understanding of Bath as a character in Austen's world.Join us to uncover the historical charm and literary whispers of Bath—a city that both captivated and challenged Jane Austen.Bath Blog post from Ellis:Georgette Heyer's novels Jane Austen at Home: A Biography by Lucy WorsleyUPROAR!: Satire, Scandal and Printmakers in Georgian London by Alice Loxton Where can you find Ellis? @historian_ellishttps://historianellis.wordpress.com/ Support the Show.Where can you find your host (Izzy)? Website: www.whattheausten.com Podcast Instagram: @whattheaustenPersonal Instagram: @izzy_meakinYoutube: What the Austen? Podcast