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Jane Austen, English novelist (died 1817)

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Jane Austen

English novelist (1775–1817)

Jane Austen was an English novelist known primarily for her six novels, which implicitly interpret, critique, and comment on the English landed gentry at the end of the 18th century.
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December 16

Day of the year

December 16 is the 350th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 15 days remain until the end of the year.
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