#SoloLives: Jane Austen

#SoloLives is our feature in which we look at notable single women in history.

It’s a big year for Jane Austen. Although she is arguably the most famous romance writer in history, she never married. Here are three facts about Jane Austen:

• She is the British author is the author of six novels, including “Pride and Prejudice” and “Emma.” The books have endured for centuries, with the plots adapted to fit different cultures and modern times. Clueless and Bridget Jones’s Diary are the most famous examples. There are new versions of her novels, “Pride and Prejudice” and “Sense and Sensibility,” that are currently being filmed. The Jane Austen House has a special exhibit, Austenmania, on film and TV productions from her works that were made 30 years ago.

• Celebrations are in force for the 250th anniversary of her birth. This BBC article spotlights the festivities this year.

• This History article explores why Austen never married.