Books

Beautiful custom hand made Clam Shell box cover cloth is paper-backed "Asahi Japanese bookcloth, #540-57.5A." Tray covering is paper-backed "House Black" from LBS (Library Binding Service). Tray lining and label are "Elephant Hide Paper" General wear: previous owner marking FEP, foxing, a few bent page ends, browning of page margins. Line drawing decorated, B&W frontispiece, 6 pages of Routledge Ads in rear. DATE PUBLISHED: 1900 CIRCA EDITION: 444.

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.