“Lady Susan” is an epistolary novella written by Jane Austen in the late 18th century. The story revolves around the charming and manipulative widow, Lady Susan Vernon, who seeks to secure advantageous marriages for herself and her daughter, Frederica. The narrative unfolds through letters exchanged between various characters, revealing their thoughts and schemes. Set in the social milieu of the British gentry, the novella explores themes of love, marriage, and social status. Lady Susan is characterized by her wit and cunning, often challenging the norms of her time. The work showcases Austen's early style and her keen observations of human behavior.