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Presumption The Life of Jane Austen (Original title)Jane Austen, Presumption (Alternative title)
Date: 23 October 1995 (Television)

Country: United Kingdom



Synopsis: Explores the popularity of Jane Austen.Synopsis: Explores the reasons behind the enduring popularity of the English novelist Jane Austen. Visits some of the locations with which she is associated and talks to various Austen experts and enthusiasts, including the biographer Elizabeth Jenkins and writers P.D. James, Paul Bailey and Emma Tennant.

Genre:
Anthology

Series title:

TV Transmissions
Date: 23 October 1995Broadcast channel: BBC1Country: United KingdomTransmission time: 22:40-23:30Runtime: 50 mins Network - Colour - Sound

Credits (4)
[Subject of Film]: Jane Austen, Production Company: BBC Television, Producer: Randall Wright, Series Editor: Nigel Williams
Cast (4)
P.D. James, Paul Bailey, Emma Tennant, Elizabeth Jenkins