We’re thrilled to kick off the Pride & Pedantry Book Club with a classic that’s as clever as it is charming: Emma by Jane Austen.
This witty, romantic comedy of manners follows Emma Woodhouse—a wealthy young woman with opinions—as she meddles in everyone’s love lives but her own. From matchmaking misfires to hard-earned self-awareness, Emma is full of sharp dialogue, iconic characters, and moments that still feel surprisingly modern (and meme-able).
It’s the perfect summer read—light, funny, and full of garden walks, dinner parties, and delightful drama. Whether it’s your first visit to Highbury or a long-overdue re-read, we hope you’ll join us for a month of discussion, quotes, memes, and general Austen enthusiasm.
📚 Get Your Copy
Emma is in the public domain, so you can start reading right away with one of these free options:
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Listen to the audiobook for free via LibriVox
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More audiobook options: Spotify and YouTube also offer free narrated versions
🧵 How to Join
Throughout June, follow along on Instagram and Facebook, where we’ll share quotes, memes, discussion prompts, and character spotlights. You can read at your own pace—no pressure, no spoilers (until you’re ready).
Whether you’re team Knightley, team Harriet, or team “Emma needs to stop talking,” we’re so glad you’re here.
Let’s get reading! 💐