January 28th is a special day. It's a day that will eternally live in infamy (or something). It's the 200th anniversary of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice! I will admit that it's not my favorite Austen for a number of reasons, the biggest one being that I have a cold, diamond-hard heart. Also, I think Mr. Darcy is a pain in the ass.
BUT! I know this book is near and dear to the heart of a lot of people, and its literary merits can't be denied, so! Celebratory giveaway, ahoy!
What's the Prize, Sucka?
Haha, j/k. You wish. (I also wish.)
Two winners will get a copy of Quirk Books' Jane Austen Handbook: Proper Life Skills From Regency England by Margaret Sullivan. This book was a mainstay on my staff-pick shelf when I was a bookseller, and is a perfect companion to your next reading of P&P. Publisher's synopsis:
"The Jane Austen Handbook offers step-by-step instructions for proper comportment in the early 19th century. Readers will discover:
• How to Indicate Interest in a Gentleman Without Seeming Forward
• How to Ensure a Good Yearly Income
• How to Ride Sidesaddle
• How to Behave at a Dinner Party
• How to Ensure a Good Yearly Income
• How to Ride Sidesaddle
• How to Behave at a Dinner Party
Full of practical directions for navigating the travails of Regency life, this charming illustrated book also serves as a companion for present-day readers, explaining the English class system, currency, dress, and the nuances of graceful living."
One additional winner will get a copy of the lovely White's Fine clothbound hardcover Edition of Pride and Prejudice. It's FAWNCY.
To Enter:
Per the usual, leave a comment below with your e-mail address to enter. You can also tweet about the giveaway and that will count as an entry- just be sure to tag me (@deadwhiteguys) so I can keep track of the Twitter entries. The giveaway will end on the anniversary, January 28th, and I'll announce the winners that day. Winners will be chosen at random using random.org. Winners one and two will win the Jane Austen Handbook, and winner three will win the P&P.
Godspeed, Austenites! Run like the wind!
