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A very good clean copy of this first thus. Green and gold decorative cloth binding. Illustrated by Chris Hammond. Text is clean and block holding firmly. Images upon request. A very lovely copy and the best we have had of this edition. Bookplate to front endpaper for Edward Francis Turner, solicitor and author.

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.