Author's note: The contents of this book are rooted in my Master's thesis in English literature at Tribhuvan University in 2003. While a significant portion of my ideas lacks explicit in-text citations, they encompass extensive insights into the Victorian context, New Historicism, and a detailed analysis of Jane Austen's novel "Persuasion." The book aims to offer a comprehensive and lucid overview of New Historicism, highlighting its similarities and distinctions from other theoretical perspectives like Foucault's history of genealogy, Derrida's deconstruction, and post-structuralism and Marxism. The thesis effectively demonstrates how Austen's "Persuasion" addresses the issue of class rigidity, despite the author's intentions to challenge it. The book promises to be an enlightening read. It is important to note that some of the cited sources may no longer be accessible due to their age, and several of the insights I present, drawn from my earlier days as a student of English literature, may lack contemporary corroboration. Nonetheless, the book offers a thorough analysis of the novel through the lens of New Historicism and provides a thoughtful description of its contents. With a focus on class rigidity, societal dynamics, and Austen's narrative, this book delves into the intricate fusion of historical context and literary analysis, providing an enriching exploration for enthusiasts of critical theory and literature.

Unraveling the interplay between Victorian context, New Historicism, and Jane Austen's 'Persuasion, ' this book offers a fresh perspective shaped by the author's Master's thesis in English literature at Tribhuvan University -- Kay Traille, author of Hearing Their Voices.