英語短篇: the joy and pain

Although first published almost 200 years ago, the novels of Jane Austen have retained their popularity around the world. It is not difficult to find the reasons for their enduring appeal. Austen wrote about universal themes, such as the joy and pain of love, the pursuit of happiness, and the need to be accepted by society.

盡管簡·奧斯汀的小說出版已近200年，在全世界卻一直享有盛名。找到其吸引力能經久不衰的原因並不難。奧斯汀寫作的主題具有普遍性，如愛情的喜悅與痛苦、對幸福的追求和希望被**接納的需要。

retain
vt.
保持, 保留

appeal
n.
吸引力

endure
v.
耐久, 忍耐

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