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When
SundayApril 6
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Where
University of Newcastle NUspace X204
University of Newcastle NUspace X204
Level 2
Cnr Hunter & Auckland streets
Newcastle NSW 2300
Tickets
FreeJane Austen 250: The Letters
Celebrate 250 years since Jane Austen’s birth with Jane Austen Society Hunter as members and invited community readers present a reading of the author’s letters to her beloved sister Cassandra and family and friends. Drop in for a few minutes or settle in for an indulgent day’s listening and revel in Austen’s thoughts, feelings, and witty observations of the world around her.
This event is free; no bookings required.
The Speakers
Jane Austen Society of Australia
Celebrate 250 years since Jane Austen’s birth with Jane Austen Society Hunter as members and invited community readers present a reading of the author’s letters to her beloved sister Cassandra…
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