A sensible collection of withering rebuffs for Jane Austen fansThis gifty humor book is a celebration of the sharpest, wittiest, most beloved Jane Austen characters and the surprisingly timeless power of their biting and poignant words. Each spread includes a scathing Austen character quote, its literary context, and poignant suggestions for modern-day application. Did that anti-immigration speech from Uncle Ron ruin Thanksgiving dinner? Render him confused and speechless with a well-timed, hate-whispered: "It was a delightful visit--perfect in being much too short" as you hightail it out of there. The Jane Austen Insult Guide for Well-Bred Women is the perfect female-forward humor gift for book lovers and Austen fans alike."I send no compliments to your mother." --Lady Catherine, Pride and Prejudice"It was a delightful visit--perfect in being much too short." --Emma"After abusing you so abominably to your face, I could have no scruple in abusing you to all your relations." --Elizabeth, Pride and Prejudice.