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"If you wish to practice the art of fiction, to be the equal of a masculine author, experience is vital. Your horizons must be…widened."
"What value will there ever be in life, if we are not together?"

Becoming Jane is a 2007 biographical romantic drama film directed by Julian Jarrold. It depicts the early life of the British author Jane Austen and her lasting love for Thomas Langlois Lefroy. American actress Anne Hathaway stars as the title character, while her romantic interest is played by Scottish actor James McAvoy. Also appearing in the film are Julie Walters, James Cromwell and Maggie Smi
"If you wish to practice the art of fiction, to be the equal of a masculine author, experience is vital. Your horizons must be…widened."
"A novel must show how the world truly is. Somehow, reveals the true source of our actions."
"My characters shall have, after a little trouble, all that they desire."
"Eliza de Feuillide: Flirting is a womans trade. One must keep in practice."
"Reverend Austen: Nothing destroys the spirit like poverty."
"Mrs. Austen: Affection is desirable. Money is absolutely indispensable!"