Buy this book on-line

AUSTEN, Jane [1775-1817] : Emma: A Novel in Three Volumes

London, For John Murray, 1816.

FIRST EDITION. 3 volumes. 12mo. Title, dedication, 322pp; title, 351pp; title, 363pp. Elegantly bound in original half calf gilt, over marbled sides. Very occasional foxing, bound without the half-titles as often the case, some discreet repair to joints, one volume expertly respined; a very good, presentable set. Emma never fails to fascinate and annoy... 'Emma' is the author's classic comic novel about the perils of misconstrued romance. The main character, Emma Woodhouse, is described in the opening paragraph as "handsome, clever, and rich" but is also rather spoiled. Prior to starting the novel, Austen wrote, "I am going to take a heroine whom no-one but myself will much like." Gilson. A Biliography of Jane Austen [A8]. Listed in The Observer; All-Time 100 Best Novels [2003], BBC Big Read (200 Best Novels) [2003].

Bibliophile Bookbase for antiquarian books, maps and prints.