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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

Emma

by Jane Austen
Aggregate Editorial Score44/100
Guardian 100 Best Novels
Published 1815457 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 1815, Emma established Jane Austen as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. Emma Woodhouse, 'handsome, clever, and rich,' fancies herself a great matchmaker in her small Hampshire village and proceeds to get everything wrong while learning about her own blindness. Austen's most technically perfect novel is a masterpiece of irony, comedy, and psychological precision. Themes of matchmaking, class, irony run through the work. The book has received recognition from Guardian 100 Best Novels 1815.

Book Details

AuthorJane Austen
Published1815
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Pages457
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780141439587
Editorial Score44/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

This book is part of United Kingdom's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

Jane Austen published Emma in 1815, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of literary fiction from United Kingdom. The book's treatment of matchmaking, class, irony, women accounts for much of its enduring reputation. Critics and institutions have consistently placed Emma among the notable works of its period. Among its recognitions: Guardian 100 Best Novels 1815. Our aggregate score of 44/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals. The appeal of Emma lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of matchmaking, class, irony, women is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. Within United Kingdom's literary landscape, Jane Austen occupies a significant position. Emma is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Guardian 100 Best Novels
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181521
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About the Author
Jane Austen
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Jane Austen is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of literary fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emma about?

Emma Woodhouse, 'handsome, clever, and rich,' fancies herself a great matchmaker in her small Hampshire village and proceeds to get everything wrong while learning about her own blindness. Austen's most technically perfect novel is a masterpiece of irony, comedy, and psychological precision.

Who wrote Emma?

Emma was written by Jane Austen, from United Kingdom. First published in 1815.

What awards has Emma won?

Emma has received the following awards and honours: Guardian 100 Best Novels 1815.

Is Emma worth reading?

Emma is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 21/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in matchmaking, class, irony.

Where can I buy Emma?

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What category is Emma?

Emma is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Emma from?

Emma originates from United Kingdom's literary tradition. Explore more books from United Kingdom on our country page.

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