Jane Austen (1775–1817) was an English novelist known for her keen social commentary and masterful use of irony. Her works, including “Pride and Prejudice,” “Sense and Sensibility,” “Emma,” and “Mansfield Park,” focus on themes of love, marriage, and social class. Austen’s insightful portrayal of early 19th-century English society and her strong, nuanced female characters have cemented her as a major figure in classic literature.