About the event
When: Tuesday, 16 October, 12.30pm - 1.30pm
Jane Austen is one of the most famous faces in English literature, but how much is known about her earnings? Celebrating 250 years since her birth, join us this December for our lunchtime talk which will uncover the secrets of the novelist’s finances and investments.
About the event
This talk will explore Austen’s personal finances using real historical records from the Bank of England Archive which suggest how she kept afloat during periods of economic instability. Delivered by an expert of Austen’s finances, John F. Avery Jones, join us in the Museum to learn about the financial side of Austen’s oeuvre and the nature of her investments. The talk will also cover Austen’s death and what happened to her fortune.
About the speaker
John F. Avery Jones is a retired judge who has written numerous articles about the financial and legal side of Jane Austen and her family. His work has been published in numerous journals, including publications from Jane Austen Societies across the UK, US and Australia.
Essential information
- The event is free, but booking is essential. Once tickets have sold out, there will be a reserve list on the day for walk-ins, and this will operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The talk will run from 12.30pm to 1.30pm, and take place in the Museum’s Learning Space. This room is clearly sign posted, but please speak to a member of staff on the day if you are unsure where to go.
- There is airport-style security at the Museum’s entrance. Please keep this in mind when planning your visit. We recommend arriving 15 minutes ahead of when the talk is due to start.
