A meme parodying Jekyll's 'good intentions' highlights that his experiment was never moral-it was an escape hatch for desire.  [C3N-N1N]

This meme was too accurate for me not to share. [C3N-N1N]

Source: Screenshot

I came across a comment mentioning Jekyll & Hyde when talking about Ted Bundy

 MJD [Source: Screenshot]

A meme I made reflecting Hamlet's descent into madness as those around him died due to his actions. (Source: JMD) [JMD]

Another meme I made of the scene where Hamlet spies on Claudius as he prays. (Source: JMD) [JMD]

A bouquet that I bought reminded me of Ophelia's flowers and the symbolism behind them! (Source: JMD/Apple Photos) [JMD]

Pin representing "Chicago Street" which is where Chicago's main theater is

Source: Photo

[Justin Time]

Meme about how characters from Shakespeare's plays such as Romeo and Juliet kill themselves when something bad happens

Source: Google 

[Justin Time]

Music CD of the songs from Wicked

Source: Photo

[Justin Time]

I visited Universal Studios and got to experience the world of Harry Potter. I tried the Butter Beer and was able to experience the Harry Potter fandom. I really recommend visiting if you are able to!

Source: Personal Photo 

Madix 

When I went to HEB I saw these while I was shopping. I noticed a lot of different products that hae nothing to do with wicked collab with th movie. I think this shows how cultural memory affects an audience and make people engaged with Wicked. 

Source: Personal Photo

Madix 

I saw this meme on Instagram and thought it was really funny because the guards rely on Horatio to talk to the ghost simply because hes the educated one so I thought it was funny that the meme emphasized "the expert"

Source:Instagram account 

Madix 

As an attempt to raise morale before finals, Evans Library brought in therapy dogs, allowing students to engage physically and emotionally with the environment by interacting with and petting the dogs to ease tension and anxiety.

source: personal photo

[SR]

Was watching the movie Scrooged(1998) with my family and the main character is frequently described as having a "Jekyll and Hyde" personality.

source: roku

[SR]

Emma meme about Mr. Knightley's feelings while Frank and Emma are courting each other. (Source: Pinterest) [EA]

When I was trying to come up with ideas for my cultural artifact, I searched "Emma Jane Austen Aesthetic" on Pinterest to get my brain into a creative headspace that would align with the themes of Emma. This demonstrates how unwritten, visual media can impact the viewer and call to a specific cultural memory associated with a narrative/film/etc. 

Source: Pinterest

[Mark Twain]

Pride and Prejudice meme about Mr. Darcy being rude to Elizabeth the entire movie

Source: Google 

[Justin Time]

This paper label on a tea bag had a quote from Shakespeare's play Trolis and Cressida. The quote modernly refers to the idea that reconnecting with nature reveals our shared humanity. In the context of the play, it suggests that humans are universally fickle. 

Source: Personal Photo

[Acro Blue]

During "Jack's Lament," Jack says, "I can take off my head to recite Shakespearean quotation." This could be a reference to the gravedigger scene in Hamlet or the misconception of Hamlet holding a skull during his 'To be or not to be' speech. 

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0Z_RC9pmzg

[Acro Blue]

Viral TikTok trend that remediates a Hamilton scene into a comedic interpretation where women dress up as Hamilton and act annoyed with Eliza for not letting them leave.

Source: TikTok

[Mark Twain]

Emma meme discussing people's opinions of Emma as a character. (Source: Pinterest) [EA]

A TikTok edit of Harry Potter set to the music of "No Place Like Home", sung by Cynthia Erivo in Wicked: For Good. It's a cross beween two cinematic masterpieces. 

Source: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTrubk5yh/

[Mark Twain]

Taylor Swift wrote the song "The Fate of Ophelia" on her new album The Life of a Showgirl  comparing her own life to the Shakespeare character Ophelia. In the song she flips the script on doomed romance.

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ko70cExuzZM&list=RDko70cExuzZM&start_radio=1

[LMW]

Meme referencing Mr.Jeckyll's double personalities as how friends act on one app versus another. 

Source: Pinterest

[Margaret Atwood]

This image reminded me of what college station/lot 100 would look like to Gulliver. 

Source: TAMU barstool 

[Margaret Atwood]

Brittany Broski (podcaster) hosts guests on her youtube show, "Royal Court" where they dress in Elizabethan style clothing and accessories and discuss their work in a comedic way. This episode featured Paul Mescal, who plays Shakespeare in the new film, Hamnet.

Source: Youtube

[Mark Twain]

A meme/trend made with Mr. Knightley's love confession to Emma. (It's such a classic line.)  Liery Darrsonich [Source: Google] 

It's a remediation of the Five Nights at Freddy's indie/horror video game. (This is the second movie, and it was released Dec. 5.)  Liery Darrsonich [Source: Screenshot] 

Rough Spider-man pointing meme adaptation depicting the "Triality of man": Jekyll, Hyde, and The Author locked in mutual blame. [C3N-N1N]

Downloadable storyboard of one of the most iconic scenes in Pride and Prejudice showcasing the dramatic affect that Elizabeth Bennet has on Mr. Darcy. 

Source: inspireuplift.com

[Mark Twain]

This was a trailer clip from the Hamnet. William Shakespeare and his wife, Agnes, celebrate the birth of their son, Hamnet. However, when tragedy strikes and Hamnet dies at a young age, it inspires Shakespeare to write his timeless masterpiece "Hamlet."

Source: Tiktok

[Margaret Atwood]

This meme is a funny take on what most of austen charachters seem to fall under. Sort of a damsel in distress. 

Source: 

Pinterest

[Margaret Atwood]

Source: Google

[Justin Time]

Letterboxd post/ad about the recent film Hamnet of a review that alludes to Hamlet's "To be or not to be" soliloquy. 

Source: Instagram 

[Mark Twain]  

My roommates tote bag that I saw in his room. It's from the famous Shakespeare and Company bookstore in Paris. "Kilometer Zero" is a literary and artistic collective started at the bookstore. (source: photo of my roommates door)

[Hadi]

Excerpt of  Johnathan Swift's Gulliver's Travels  in Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451. One of the character react to the quote, essentially saying it doesn't make any sense. Liery Darrsonich [Source: Photo]

A tereccota figurine produced by Watcombe pottery in the late 19th cenutry. Depicts the tragic character from shakespeare Hamlet. This figure reflects the Victorian eras fine art fascination wiht Shakespeare themese. 

Source: Torre Art Museum

[Émile Durkenhiem]

Jekyll and Hyde meme

This image is a humorous e-card featuring a vintage-style illustration of a man kneeling before a woman in formal clothing. The text jokingly compares someone’s inconsistent behavior to the split personality of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, suggesting they should “pick one personality and stick with it.” The card uses sarcasm to highlight the frustration that comes with unpredictable or two-faced behavior.

Source: Instagram 

[EGN]

Richard Sherman promoting Audible's Harry Potter audiobook on Amazon's Black Friday NFL game. Source: Amazon [GB]

Meme about Emma's misinterpretation of Mr. Elton's interest in her and her calculated matchmaking plans. 

Source: Instagram

[Daniel Quinn]

Meme about Jane Austen that comments on new, digital methods of communication. 

Source: Reddit

[Daniel Quinn]

NFL Quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings has an alter ego he calls "Nine" which he channels his anger and aggressive into to being more competitive.

Source: Instagram

[Dumb Lamb]

This 2024 horror film is about a substance that allows for a younger more beautiful version of yourself to be born. I believe this is a modern take of Jekyll and Hyde because it also explores the duality of an individual. 

Source: The Contributor

[Dumb Lamb] 

Psychotherapist Carl Jung was captivated by the idea of the "shadow" side of human beings. His theory was that for people to be "whole" they must integrate this part of themselves into their lives. This reminds me of the duality between Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. 

Source: My phone

[Dumb Lamb]

This edition of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen includes illustrations by Hugh Thomas and  is known as the "peacock edition." This edition was the first to include illustrations throughout the novel. 

Source: Cushing Memorial Library and Archives

[Daniel Quinn]

1900 edition of Jane Austen's minor works. Lady Susan is Austen's only novella and The Watsons is one of her unfinished works. 

Source: Cushing Memorial Library and Archives

[Daniel Quinn]

Album by Zac Brown Band titled "JEKYLL + HYDE," inspired by the novella by Robert Louis Stevenson, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

Source: Spotify

[Daniel Quinn]

Shakespeare in Clueless 

In Cher's note to Ms. Geist, she writes a quote from Shakespeare's "Sonnet 18" that she credits to Cliff's Notes. This is funny because the quote is not what Shakespeare actually wrote, only the first line. 

Source: Instagram

[Daniel Quinn]

Founded in 1849 by Charles Henry Harrod which developed into a department store. Holding a large variety from luxury butchered meats to designer clothes and jewlery. Known for its partciular architect of palitalal style. It resmebles stores Mr.Elton probably encountered on his trip to London.

(Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/10103783)

[Émile Durkenheim]

Based on the 1995 Clueless Film, it is Cher Horwitz Guide to essientally anything. Gives her "tried and tested" tips from PE class to managing your waardrobe. It is a parody that captures Chers adolescent dialogue  and capturing her unique brand.

(Source: https://www.marcjacobs.com/us-en/clueless-chers-guide-to…whatever/MJ006635.html#)

[Émile Durkenheim]

Texas A&M's 3rd best receiver. His last name is Roman like the civilization where Shakespeare's Julius Caesar takes place. It is also worth noting the part the Roman Empire takes place in social media, with the joke being that men think about the Roman Empire more often than they think, hence the "... is my Roman Empire" trend. (Source: ESPN Ashton Bethel-Roman bio page)[Warren Peace]

Time travel TV show about a modern woman being taken into the past and being thrown into the universe of Pride and Prejudice. (Source: Veja lista de 10 séries no estilo de Bridgerton - Zoeira - Diário do Nordeste) [EA]

Around Holidays, Evan's Library staff bring out small printing press machines as an open activity to make stamped cards based on the occassion. This week some of the designs included falling leaves, mushrooms, and apples for Fall/Thankgiving. This serves as a cultural memory of the historic printing press with a modern twist to appeal to the student audience. There will be another printing press event for Valentines Day if anyone is interested. 

[Acro Blue]

Limited edition Wicked-themed cleaning products found at HEB. Febreeze scents are "Beautifical Blossom" and "Wonderfullest Woods." Gain laundry detergent is "Fantabulous Floral" scented and the Cascade is "Emerald City." (Source: BRC) BRC

Early edition of "The Graver & The Pen, or, Scenes from Nature, with Appropriate Verses" by Robert Louis Stevenson. It is a homemade book of Stevenson's juvenile writings on display in the Writers' Museum in Edinburgh. (Source: GB) GB

Bible and box originally owned by Robert Louis Stevenson's grandfather in 1799. The Bible shows not only wear of tear of heavy use but also many handwritten notes alongside passages that the family deemed especially important, providing a better understanding of how RLS' upbringing influenced his writing. [Source: GB from the Writers' Museum in Edinburgh] (GB)

Wicked-themed takis. There are two different flavors, one for Elphaba and Glinda. [Source: Takis' New 'Wicked' Flavors Are Defying Gravity & Fans Are Searching Everywhere] (EA)

The wicked themed margaritas at chilis are the new rave! People on TikTok have been adding sounds from the Wicked movie when they are trying this drink and it is quite funny! [Source: Photo] (EGN)

One of ESPN's college football analysts describes Texas A&M's game performance as the "most Jekyll and Hyde performance EVER." [Shepherd H]

Seen at The Columbia Musuem of Art during a visit in 2022. This is a Rococo (france art style in the 1730w) which had emphasis on love, leisure and  nature. Jane Austen was likely surrounded by this type of Art during her time.. Remediation of her novel Emma also has many reflections of this style.

During the Aggie football game, a promo for the new Wicked volleyball night. During the game, there will be a witch hat giveaway. [Shepherd H]

A publisher decided that Jane Austen's portrait on a book cover was too ugly and decided to give her a make over. (EGN) [Source:https://austenprose.com/2009/02/10/jane-austen-illustrated-portraits-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/] 

Ad on YouTube, advertising Google AI by referencing William Shakespeare's King Lear  and how it can be complicated to understand. Liery Darrsonich [Source: Photo]

Clash of Clans mobile app special event (for the month of October for some reason) referencing the V for Vendetta movie which is a reference of Guy Fawkes. Liery Darrsonich [Source: Photo]

Harry Potter themed Monopoly in Target marketed as "a magical adventure at Hogwarts." Liery Darrsonich [Source: Photo]

Stranger Things themed pillow at FiveBelow. MJD [Source: Photo]

Wicked Themed section at FiveBelow, including items like hand sanitizer, pillows, lotion, perfume, and eye masks. MJD [Source: Photo]

Planning for the statue started in 2019, but it was officially revealed on October 16, 2025, on the 250-year anniversary of her birthday. It was meant to represent her legacy, vision and vitality. [Acro Blue]

Source: -       https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8740gpll90o

Funny review of another Jane Austen novel, Pride and Prejudice. [Daniel Quinn]

Source: Instagram

Visualization of the parallels between Jane Austen's Emma and Pride and Prejudice. GB [Source: Wikipedia]

A biography written on specific details of Jane Austens life. Describes how Austen looked at the details of her life, such as her travels, interactions ,etc., and how it shapes her writing. [Source: Pinterest/Amazon]

Had to snatch a physical copy of Emma to prepare for the Paper 2. What a mighty fine purchase from the local Barnes and Noble! Dumb Lamb [Source: Barnes & Noble]

Meme depicting Mr Knightly as the 'the ideal man.' A very accurate portrayal of how Austen depicts her own ideal man! GB [Source: Reddit].

Meme with some fun punning on "Knightly," with an image of Johnny Lee Miller from the 2009 BBC miniseries (which is great!). GB [Source: Reddit]

This is a website dedicated to the discovery of the true origins of The Rice Portrait. [Shepherd H]

Fellow student Hudson wore an incredible costume as Julius Caeser. Which functions as an experiential mode of remembering the historical figure. Dumb Lamb [Source: Photo]

Emma meme portraying the 'sorrow' of Mrs Churchill's passing that allows Frank to marry Jane without interference. GB [Source: Reddit]

Professor Bourjeaurd's creative halloween costume personifying a costume of Emma if she were a red-*ss Aggie on gameday! Hadi [Source: photo from class]

An ad from the 1920s about what Shakespeare would have said about Coke if he had a chance to try it![Shepherd H]

A very interesting book cover of Austen's Pride and Prejudice in LARGE PRINT. GB [Source: Amazon]

A Hamlet poster in the Twilight scene when Bella is depressed for months. MJD [Source: YouTube]

T-shirt depicting Mr Collins and his love of decorum (and potatoes) from the 1995 BBC miniseries of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. GB [Source: Etsy]

Redditor makes friendship bracelets for the Jane Austen Festival. GB [Source: u/paperbackella on r/janeausten]

Wicked Glinda-inspired edible glitter. Made for the promotion of the upcoming Wicked: For Good movie. EA  [Source: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8DUMtuA/] 

An interesting book cover of Austen's Emma in LARGE PRINT. GB [Source: Amazon]

Comedy podcast hosted by historian Greg Jenner who discusses Jane Austen with fellow historian Dr Lucy Worsley and actress Sally Phillips. GB [Source: BBC] 

Week 8  College Football Rankings remember Aggies as #4 team overall! GB [Source: ESPN]

BBC Science Focus Magazine references Ophelia's "rosemary for remebrance" in a brief article on dementia. GB [Source: BBC (on Apple News and unlinkable!)]

A tweet by Sparknotes 'summarising' Emma Woodhouse's matchmaking 'skills.' GB [Source: r/JaneAusten on Reddit]

A humorously on point 'review' of Jane Austen's Emma. GB [Source: r/JaneAusten on Reddit]

Week 8  College Football Rankings remember Aggies as #4 team overall! GB [Source: ESPN]

Review of Hamnet, a film adaptation of the novel Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell which follows the lives of Shakespeare's family, particularly his wife 'Agnes' Hathaway and son Hamnet who died at age 11. The review calls Hamlet "the greatest play in the English language." GB (Source: Vulture)

Wordle but with a Shakespearean twist: all words used are ones that Shakespeare used in his works. MJD (Source: Folger Library) 

Harry Potter branded Hershey's kisses at Kroger in Bryan. GB (Source: GB)

Birthplace and childhood home of William Shakespeare in Stratford-Upon-Avon, West Midlands. GB (Source: GB)

Portrait (1600-1610) of William Shakespeare by John Taylor in the National Portrait Gallery in London. The oil painting is thought to inspired the First Folio engraving. GB (Source: GB)

A pub called "Shakespeare's Head" in Holborn, London. GB (Source: GB)

Plaque near St Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, Ireland commemorating the "reputed" birthplace of Jonathan Swift. GB (Source: GB)

Nineteenth-century cast of Jonathan Swift's skull on display in St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin. GB (Source: GB)

Poster in St Patrick's Cathedral commemorating Jonathan Swift's deanery and noting him as "best known" for Gulliver's Travels. GB (Source: GB)

Jane Austen's home in Chawton, Hampshire. GB (Source: GB)

First edition title page of Emma at Chawton House, the home of Jane Austen's brother. GB (Source: GB)

Austen's writing table at her home in Chawton. Wallpaper is a recreation of the original. GB (Source: GB)

1952 edition of Julius Caesar found at a resale shop in Brenham, TX. This edition includes pictures of Bob Jones University's reenactment of the play. [Daniel Quinn]

Stranger Things branded Chips Ahoy cookies at HEB in College Station, TX. MJD (Source: MJD)

Harry Potter themed flyer in The Commons from Residence Life about how to succeed at Career Fairs. MJD (Source: MJD)

Pride and Prejudice Tote Bag, found in the Jane Austen exhibit in the Cushing Memorial Library. MS (Source: Mitch Sorenstein)

Flynn Rider and Rapunzel costumes from Tangled. Tangled possibly takes place in the 18th or 19th century, around the time Jane Austen was alive. (Source: Photos (Apple))