Austen Quote by Josh O'Connor
“I think Jane Austen is like Shakespeare, in a slightly different way. I think people will continue to revisit these stories because they remain relevant, regardless of how you do them.”
About This Quote
The speaker compares Jane Austen to Shakespeare, noting their lasting relevance and adaptability across eras.
In simple terms: Austen and Shakespeare stay relevant and adaptable.
Key Takeaway
Recognize timeless themes in classic literature.
Themes
literature
relevance
adaptation
Mood
reflective
appreciative
Type
analytical
observational
When to use this quote
- teaching literature
- writing workshops
- publishing
- film adaptations
Key Concepts
comparative analysis
cultural endurance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you make classic stories feel fresh?
- What makes a story timeless?
A Different Perspective
Classic works may not resonate with all modern audiences.
![“[On Jane Austen:] To believe her limited in range because she was harmonious in method is as sensible as to imagine that when the Atlantic Ocean is as smooth as a mill-pond it shrinks to the size of a mill-pond.” quote by Rebecca West](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/8d4/rebecca-west-1248_atlantic-ocean_on-jane-austen-to-believe-her-limited-in_215037.jpg)
![“[Jane] Austen was not a novelist for nothing: she knew that our stories are what make us human, and that listening to someone else's stories -- entering into their feelings, validating their experiences -- is the highest way of acknowledging their humanity, the sweetest form of usefulness.” quote by William Deresiewicz](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2bb/william-deresiewicz-15471_austen_jane-austen-was-not-a-novelist-for-nothi_62623.jpg)
