Which period writer do you prefer out of Henry James or Jane Austen?

I really prefer Jane Austen. To be fair, I have read all of her novels, and only "Turn of the Screw" by James. I also had a really bad professor make me read that story by James.

These are probably two major contributing factors, however, I don't like all of James' subtleties, where you don't really ever know whats happening. Also, I am a sucker for a good love story in puffy dresses, which Austen can't seem to not write. Austen all the way!

Great question! I prefer Jane Austen because her writing is lighter and more fun. Her wit is unmatched.

James is a little slower and, to me at least, dry. Maybe a little more sophistocated though.

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