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All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Apr 6

The Darcy being arrogant memes go on for days.

split image with a woman standing and a man in a chair in each section. In the top image, he says, “OK, I don’t have time to tell you how much I dislike your family.”
Below that is a similiar image with the man saying, “Actually, it’s going to bug me if I don’t.” It’s a nod to Darcy and Lizzy.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Apr 3

We are home! I have zero plans this weekend other than decompress from my vacation. What are you doing this weekend?

Pensive Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy. He’s facing slightly towards the camera. To his left it says, “I do so ardently wish you a most joyful weekend.”

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Apr 3

I’d argue Jane over Mary in P+P. Ooohh, even Anne could work.

A square image with a medium-dark blue background. In the upper left is the painting of the Bronte sisters. The upper right is a painting of Jane Austen. In white text below it, it says, "Which Austen or Bronte heroine is the most relatable for introverts?

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Apr 1

I’m reading “Jane Austen at Home” by Lucy Worsley and it’s a really interesting approach to a biography. While I thought I knew a lot about Jane, Worsley’s biography is filling in the minute details I may have missed!

Rich burgandy and gold flowered background. In black text against a light gold background, it says, ““Next week I shall begin my operations on my hat, on which you know my principal hopes of happiness depend." Below that in black text against a warm peach color, “Jane Austen.”

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 30

Is this meme wrong tho?

Image of Jim from The Office holding a diamond ring in a box. ABove his head in black text it says, “Elizabeth: I find you rude and arrogant” and below that it says, “Darcy” indicating Darcy’s response is Jim holding the diamond ring.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 26

I have procured a copy of #PrideAndPrejudice in Slovak! (This in addition to my copies in Croatian and Slovenian!)

The cover of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen but in Slovak.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 25

What do you think of "Jane Eyre?" I have opinions!

Flowered background. In black text against a pale peach background it says, "A beauty neither of fine colour nor long eyelash, nor penciled brow, but of meaning, of movement, of radiance.” Below that in black text againt a maize color background, "Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë"

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 24

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All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 23

Mr Lisa and I are traveling through Central Europe. Along the way, I am picking up Pride and Prejudice in the local language. So far, Slovenian and Croatian!

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 23

The more I look at this meme, the more I agree with it.

The five Bennet sisters from the 1995 version of Pride and Prejudice are sitting in a row. In front of each one is an assigned religion they would most identify with. Kitty is Luthern, Lizzie is Catholic Church, Jane is Orthodox, Mary is Calvinist, and Lydia is Church of England.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 20

It was because of this scene that the British author Martin Amis coined the term, 'darcymania."

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 18

Purple and cream flowered background. In black text against a medium-rose color, it says, "To look almost pretty is an acquisition of higher delight to a girl who has been looking plain the first fifteen years of her life than a beauty from her cradle can ever receive.” Below that in black text against a coral background, "Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen"

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 16

Seven of Nine would have taken Lady Russel down.

Black background with the words "Lady Russel preventing Ann marrying Wentworth" in white text. Below that is Seven of Nine from Star Trek has an alien woman holding her left arm in defiance.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 13

Yes.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 11

What do you think Rochester means by calling Jane a "fairy?"

Flowered background. In black text, with medium rose background, it says, "Mademoiselle is a fairy,' he said, whispering mysteriously." Below that in black text with a medium peach background it says, "Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte."

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 6

I feel it would be super meta: she’d write historicals!

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 5

There are over 100 movies and TV shows dedicated to Austen and the Brontë that are available on most US streaming services. Everything, from variations of Pride and Prejudice to modern adaptations of Austen and the Brontës books. 👉🏻 www.excessivelydiverting.net

Mr Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet are standing at the altar. Above their heads it says “Streaming.” Below them it says, “Jane Austen and the Brontës.”

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 4

And oldie but a goodie.

Dark purple background with cream swirls and filagreee. In black text on medium rose background it says, “My good opinion once lost, is lost forever.” Below that is black text against cream it says, “Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.”

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Mar 2

This is so fun! Let’s see, I like “Petty ill-disposed of vexations civility.”

White background. Cartoon character of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy. In the middle of them it says, “Austen insult generator.”

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Feb 27

Catherine.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Feb 25

If I was being more mindful, I should have posted a Wuthering Heights quote last week, but alas.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Feb 23

I love this scene and Elizabeth’s facial expression is *chef’s kiss.*

Split into three rows with scenes from Pride and Prejudice 2005. Top row says, "Mr Darcy after roasting Elizabeth and her entire family." Middle row is of Mr. Darcy with "I love you. Most ardently" at his chest. The third row is of Elizabeth with an incredulous look on her face.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Feb 20

I would argue they would be a riot grrl band and that Emily would be the lead singer since she is full of rage.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Feb 18

Pop quiz! Who said this quote?

Vintage flower background in various greens, yellows, and pinks. In black text, against a medium rose colored background, it says, “The more I know of the world, the more I am convinced that I shall never see a man whom I can really love. I require so much!” Below that, in black text against a lighter background, it says, " Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen"

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Feb 16

Hah! Not wrong though!

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Feb 14

Jane Austen tarot! Imagine my surprise when this showed up in my mailbox last week. I had completely forgotten I had pre-ordered it months ago. I like the card stock used, very easy to manipulate with shuffling and such. You should be able to find these everywhere. #TarotSky

The front of a rectangle box that has the names "Diane Wilkes and Lola Airaghi" at the top in plain script. In the middle it says, "Jane Austen Tarot" in cursive script. The background is of a garden in mixtures of light greens, reds, and browns.

A face down spread of Jane Austen tarot cards.

Two Jane Austen tarot cards. One is face down and shows the back which is the silhouette of Austen on a green background. The other card is of a 19th C woman sitting with a book in her lap. It says "10 of Quills" at the bottom of the card.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Feb 14

Happy Valentine's Day from Excessively Diverting!

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Feb 13

Austen: Harriet Smith would throw shade on TikTok. Brontë: Catherine would attempt to be an influencer on Instagram.

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Feb 12

Looking for something to do this winter? I've got you covered! Here isa list of upcoming Austen and Brontës virtual events scheduled for the next few months. Check the event websites for more information, including time, cost, and registration details. 👉🏻 open.substack.com/pub/excessiv....

All Things Jane Austen and the Bronte Sisters@excessivelydiverting· Feb 11

The Brontë canon sorely overlooks Anne.