Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen (Om Illustrated Classics)

Book Summary:

Northanger Abbey tells the story of Catherine Morland, a sweet and imaginative 17-year-old girl with a love for Gothic novels. She leaves her quiet country home to visit the bustling social scene of Bath, where she meets new friends, including the charming and witty Henry Tilney.

Catherine is invited to stay at his family estate, Northanger Abbey, which her vivid imagination turns into a mysterious, haunted place—just like in the Gothic novels she adores. However, she soon learns that real life isn't quite like fiction, and her misinterpretations lead to embarrassment and self-growth.

Through Catherine’s journey, Austen gently mocks the over-the-top Gothic literature of her time while highlighting important themes like:

• The dangers of letting fiction blur reality

• Social class and marriage

• Female independence and self-awareness

It’s a coming-of-age story with humor, heart, and Austen’s trademark wit.

About the Author:

Jane Austen is one of the most beloved authors in English literature. She is best known for her keen observations of 19th-century British society and her strong, intelligent female protagonists. Her novels often explore themes of love, marriage, class, and morality with wit and irony.