The year is 1795 and Jane Austen is a feisty 20-year-old. The emerging writer already sees a world beyond class and commerce, pride and prejudice, and dreams of doing what was then nearly unthinkable--marrying for love. Her parents prefer a wealthy husband, to assure their daughter's future social standing, and are eyeing Mr. Wisley, nephew to the very rich and very formidable Lady Gresham, as a prospective match. But when Jane meets the roguish and decidedly non-aristocratic Tom Lefroy, sharp repartee leads to flying sparks. His intellect and arrogance raise her ire - then knock her head over heels. The couple, whose flirtation flies in the face of the sense and sensibility of the age, is faced with a terrible dilemma. If they attempt to marry, they will risk everything that matters - family, friends and fortune.

Originally produced as a British motion picture in 2006. Special features: Deleted scenes (20 min.); Audio commentary [optional audio feature]; Discovering the real Jane Austen [featurette] (17 min.); "Becoming Jane" Pop-up facts & footnotes [interactive features]; Sneak peeks (16 min.). Videorecording.

Becoming Jane -- Typical lawyer -- Prettiest sisters in England -- Country dance -- Cricket -- Literary advice -- Expensive lessons -- Suitor -- Visit to London -- Choices -- News from abroad -- Proposal -- Family obligation -- She has a family -- Old friend -- End credits.