1984 by George Orwell warns about totalitarianism and surveillance. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen explores romance and social conventions. Animal Farm by Orwell serves as a warning against Stalin. Brave New World by Huxley depicts a future society with genetic breeding. The Hobbit by Tolkien tells the story of Bilbo Baggins's adventure
Born in 1775 in Hampshire village Steventon to clergyman father. Family had eight children and additional pupils. Attended Abbey House School in Reading from 1785-6. Wrote teenage stories between 11-17, imitating school textbooks
British historical drama based on Jane Austen's unfinished manuscript. Adapted by Andrew Davies, starring Rose Williams and Crystal Clarke. Filmed in Somerset, including Dyrham Park and Bristol's Bottle Yard Studios
Born in 1775 in Steventon, Hampshire to rector George Austen. Married Cassandra Leigh in 1764, had six children. Family lived in Steventon with open intellectual atmosphere. Father supplemented income through farming and teaching
Jane Austen's first novel published anonymously in 1811. Story follows Dashwood sisters Elinor (19) and Marianne (16½). Set in South West England between 1792 and 1797. First Austen title republished after her death
Joe Wright directed his feature debut adaptation of Jane Austen's 1813 novel. Film shot entirely on location in England over 11 weeks. Budget of $28 million, grossed $121.6 million worldwide. Casting required balancing director's vision with studio's star demands