Season 5 Ep. 2 - What would Jane do...about the Hell Fire Club and other Secret Societies?
Apr 25, 2024•41 min•Season 5Ep. 2
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Episode description
Julia Golding has been delving into the scandalous world of the Hell Fire Club for her new novel. This was a secret society that emerged out of the 18th century and had new admirers such as Jane's contemporary, Lord Byron. But what would Jane Austen make of this world of clubs and societies, usually the preserve of men? Julia and Kate Macfalane discuss. Were any open to women - and what were their alternatives. Which of her characters would belong to the Hell Fire Club?
To buy Julia's book, go here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Persephone-Code-Julia-Golding-ebook/dp/B0CBYHBFRV/
To enter the short story competition, go here
https://janeaustenlf.org/writing-competition-entry-2024
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