When I consider that the Austen family (and most families in that era, I daresay) often read to each other, and that they especially read JA's books, I certainly can picture it! I bet she LOVED it. And that's why I so greatly enjoy the audiobooks. When I reread her novels, I also play the CD's in my car as I do my daily commute. If I lose my place while listening, because of traffic, I simply rewind it a bit! I highly recommend them.