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UK honors Jane Austen 200 years after death

Jul 18, 2017
The romantic novelist is celebrated with her image on a new 10 pound bill.
“Jane Austen was always concerned about the money she made from her writing,” said Kathryn Sutherland, an Oxford professor. “She would be proud and amused to find herself on a bank note.”
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Jane Austen explains monetary policy

Dec 30, 2013
Citi strategist Steven Englander translated some financial wonkery using quotes from "Emma" and other classics.