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Macmillan & Co Ltd, [1896-99] 1896. 1st Thus. Hardcover. VG++. THOMSON, Hugh & BROCK C. E.. All 1st Edition Thus except Pride and Prejudice which is a 4th Impression, 13 x 19.8 cm red blind stamped cloth front and back with gilt stamped titles to the front and spine. Uncut edges, S&S 1896, xvi, 341[1] [6]ads; P&P 1899 xxx, 351[1] [4] ads; MP 1897 xviii, 428[2] [2]ads; Emma 1897 xviii 436 [2] [6]56 ads; NA & P 1897 xvi, 443[1], [4]ads. All books with 40 black and white illustrations, Pride & Prejudice being illustrated by Charles Brock and the rest by Hugh Thomson. All books are in very good condition with just a hint of fading to the spine, and a touch of rubbing to the spine tips with a couple of pin prick holes in the cloth at the foot of the spine. Internally the books have toning to the free endpapers, some spotting to the uncut edges and a little separation internally although all the bindings are very firm. Four books have the same ownership name internally apart from…

Emma Woodhouse is a young, beautiful, witty, and privileged woman in Regency England who, from the comfort of her large estate, amuses herself with matchmaking schemes for her friends and acquaintances. With no intention to marry herself, Emma's actions often backfire, causing distress among her circle and highlighting the societal challenges and limitations of the time. Despite her flaws and missteps, Emma experiences a journey of personal growth and self-awareness.

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