Emma Thompson donates to book auction with “Persuasion”
The Leaky Cauldron reports that some of the Harry Potter cast are donating books to “The Big Book Auction” which supports LEPRA, a UK charity devoted to fighting leprosy and AIDS. Emma Thompson, who plays Madame Trelawney in HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN, has donated a signed copy of “Persuasion.” The auction, which starts today, is located on Ebay, and will continue for the next 9 days.
Other actors known for their work in Austen adaptations are donating books as well: Kate Winslet (SENSE AND SENSIBILITY 1996), Alan Rickman (SENSE AND SENSIBILITY 1996), Judi Dench (PRIDE AND PREJUDICE 2005), Julia Sawalha (PRIDE AND PREJUDICE 1995), and author Helen Fielding (”Bridget Jones’ Diary) have all offered up some of their favorites.
Fielding is offering a signed copy of “Pride and Prejudice” as well as an autographed picture.
