It was written between 21 January 1814 and 29 March 1815. Jane began work on a book about a heroine who, in her own words, no one but her would like. The novel tells the story of Emma Woodhouse - a well-born, young and spoiled maiden who tries to play matchmaker. Her interference in the love lives of the villagers of Highbury leads to many unfortunate yet funny misunderstandings.
