Book Club: Let's Talk About 'Pride and Prejudice'

In this episode of The Book Review podcast, Gilbert Cruz introduces a discussion on Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" in anticipation of the 250th anniversary of Austen's birth. MJ Franklin interviews Sarah Lyall, the resident Jane Austen expert, to provide background on Austen's life and the novel's significance. Later, MJ leads a panel discussion with fellow editors Jen Harlan, Gregg Cowles, and Emily Eakin, who share their personal experiences with the book, analyze its enduring themes, and recommend related reading. The panel explores the novel's characters, plot devices, and its impact on contemporary romance tropes, as well as reader comments about the book.