Standalone novel · 1817
Persuasion
Eight years ago Anne Elliot was persuaded to break off her engagement to Frederick Wentworth, a young naval officer with no fortune. Now he has returned, rich and successful, and Anne must watch him court other women.
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Book facts
- Author
- Jane Austen
- Series
- Standalone
- Published
- 1817
- Setting
- Set in Bath
- Characters charted
- 2
- Chart confidence
- High
Who is in Persuasion
2 recurring or key characters from Jane Austen’s chart. Introduces Anne Elliot and Captain Frederick Wentworth.
Lead 1
- Anne ElliotFirst appearanceWoman persuaded out of an engagement
Major 1
- Captain Frederick WentworthFirst appearanceNaval officer who returns