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“Eligible,” by Curtis Sittenfeld is a highly entertaining, witty and modern take on the beloved classic “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen. The Bennett family lives in an affluent Cincinnati suburb. Elizabeth writes for a women’s magazine, Jane teaches yoga and wealthy bachelors Darcy and Bingley are both doctors.

Host Charity Nebbe discusses the book with author Curtis Sittenfeld and expert reader Jan Weissmiller of Prairie Lights Bookstore in Iowa City.

Charity Nebbe is the host of 'Talk of Iowa'. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University.