Jane Austen Book Club: Persuasion
Thursday September 17 2026 6:00 PM
Garland County Library
Program Description
Join us for Jane Austen Book Club. This month we're reading Persuasion.
Delve into a story of love, regret, and second chances with Persuasion, Jane Austen’s poignant final novel. Anne Elliot, a thoughtful and kind-hearted woman, was once persuaded to break off her engagement to the man she deeply loved, Captain Frederick Wentworth, due to his lack of wealth and status. Now, eight years later, Anne remains unmarried and quietly endures life with her snobbish family.
When Captain Wentworth returns, wealthy and successful, their paths cross again. Amidst the intricate social dynamics of Regency England, Anne must navigate her lingering feelings for him while grappling with the pressures of family, society, and her own sense of self-worth.
Austen’s masterful exploration of resilience, maturity, and enduring love makes Persuasion a deeply moving and timeless classic. With its sharp social commentary and compelling characters, this novel is a treasure for lovers of romance, wit, and literary brilliance. --Goodreads.com
Copies of Persuasion are available to borrow while supplies last.
When
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday September 17 2026
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Garland County Library
1427 Malvern Ave.
Hot Springs AR 71901
United States
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