Emma
About this book
Emma, by Jane Austen, is a novel about youthful hubris and the perils of misconstrued romance. The novel was first published in December 1815. As in her other novels, Austen explores the concerns and difficulties of genteel women living in Georgian-Regency England; she also creates a lively comedy of manners among her characters. Before she began the novel, Austen wrote, "I am going to take a heroine whom no one but myself will much like." In the very first sentence she introduces the title character as "Emma Woodhouse, handsome, clever, and rich." Emma, however, is also rather spoiled, headstrong, and self-satisfied; she greatly overestimates her own matchmaking abilities; she is blind to the dangers of meddling in other people's lives; and her imagination and perceptions often lead her astray.
Reader Profile
4.0/5 · 1019390 readers · 536 pages · ≈ 9 h 56 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read Emma?
About ≈ 9 h 56 m — 536 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Emma?
536 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Emma?
It sits on the Classics, Historical Fiction, Romance shelves.
Has Emma been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include Emma (2020).
Is Emma in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Emma?
The main characters include Jane Austen (1775-1817).
Where does Emma take place?
It is set in England, Ying guo during 19th century, Jindai.
Who wrote Emma?
Jane Austen.
Where can I read Emma online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library