<p>Emma has big plans for Harriet, and these plans require a backstory, which Emma is more than happy to concoct. This episode we unpack the meaning of the expression &quot;natural daughter&quot; and discuss the social context of illegitimacy in Austen's time. </p> <p>You can find us online at <a href="https://www.thethingaboutausten.com" rel="nofollow">https://www.thethingaboutausten.com</a> and follow us on Instagram @TheThingAboutAusten. You can email us at [email protected] and head over to <a href="https://www.redbubble.com/people/aboutausten/shop" rel="nofollow">https://www.redbubble.com/people/aboutausten/shop</a> to check out our podcast related merch.</p>