![]() ![]() General Tilney (Henry and Eleanor's father) invites Catherine to visit their estate, Northanger Abbey, which, because she has been reading Ann Radcliffe's gothic novel The Mysteries of Udolpho, Catherine expects to be dark, ancient and full of fantastical mystery. There’s something about watching Jane Austen’s stories come to life that just highlights the sarcasm and wit that she has. ![]() I thought this was a great adaption of Northanger Abbey and it was a lot of fun to watch. Henry captivates her with his view on novels and his knowledge of history and the world. He plays Henry, one of the only funny Jane Austen heroes, and does it marvelously. She also becomes friends with Eleanor Tilney, Henry's younger sister. Catherine finds herself pursued by Isabella's brother John Thorpe (Catherine's brother James's friend from university), and by Henry Tilney. Seventeen year-old Catherine spends her time visiting newly-made friends, such as Isabella Thorpe, and going to balls. Northanger Abbey follows Catherine Morland and family friends Mr. ![]() Download cover art Download CD case insert Northanger Abbey (version 2) ![]()
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