First edition. 
Perhaps Austen's own enjoyment in writing the story and imagining the characters has infected the way readers have responded to the book ever since. And yet it is the novel's wit, humour, and many memorable comic characters and moments which have made it irresistible to readers from the first time it appeared in print. Published in 1923 as part of his edition of all Austen's novels, it ensured that scholars in the relatively new discipline of English Literature took the novels seriously as literary texts. In the Library's collections are over 150 different editions and adaptations of 'Pride and Prejudice', along with many other related books. Ink and illustration: Picturing 'Pride and Prejudice', Text and television: 'Pride and Prejudice' on page and screen. Alongside the 'Peacock' edition we display an array of illustrated editions showing how different people have imagined the characters over the years. A romantic comedy, it tells the story of Elizabeth Bennet, the witty heroine, and Mr Darcy, the rich, handsome hero. Some very unacademic material in our collections allows us to see how people respond to 'Pride and Prejudice' today. Richard Bentley's edition published in 1833 established 'Pride and Prejudice' as part of the literary canon. 40 Gay Street, Bath, United Kingdom, BA1 2NT, Sunday to Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday 10am - 5:30pm. The dramatist Richard Sheridan described it as the cleverest thing he [had] ever read - whereas, according to Janes Brother Henry, an unidentified gentleman supposedly remarked that [he] should like to know who is the author, for it is much too clever to have been written by a woman. In fact, almost 200 years later it is as popular as ever with the number of adaptations steadily increasing.Early 19th century binders often omitted the half titles and it is rare to find a set such as this one with all half titles present. R W Chapman's edition of 'Pride and Prejudice' is a monument of modern textual scholarship. A beautifully presented first edition of one of the best loved novels in English literature.Austen was not yet 20 (like Elizabeth Bennet) when she drafted the novel, under the title First Impressions, between October 1796 and August 1797 at Steventon. This display takes 'Pride and Prejudice', Jane Austen's second novel, through the 200 years of its history. It is in near-perfect condition. Fanfic and refashioning: The 'Pride and Prejudice' explosion. This luxury hardback is just one of our selection of Pride and Prejudice gifts. To some, the novel's concentration on finding one's ideal partner is frivolous and escapist. Jane Austen is always aware of the economic considerations that affect relationships, and concerned with the moral responsibility every individual must take for their choices in life. The Jane Austen FestivalTen wonderful days of celebrating all things Austen in the beautiful city of Bath. Finally, in late 1812, the novel was accepted by Egerton and published in early 1813 in boards in an edition of probably 1,500 copies (Keynes). 'Pride and Prejudice' was first published in 1813. Our display includes editions published to tie in with film and television adaptations, as we show how those dramatisations influence the way the novel is read. Please email contactus@janeausten.co.uk for Jane Austen Centre information, or online@janeausten.co.uk for Online Gift Shop information. In this context, critics have found 'Pride and Prejudice' a profoundly serious book. It was declined by the publisher Cadell, and subsequently, underwent major revisions. An elegantly embossed edition of Pride and Prejudice, perfect for those wanting to rediscover the majesty of Pemberley Manor or experience the mysterious Mr Darcy. Hugh Thomson's classic illustrations in the 'Peacock' edition are still familiar to modern readers, as they have been reprinted in many editions down to the present day. Our display presents a sample of this material to convey the novel's enduring literary and popular appeal. Exhibits range from self-published fan fiction to the bestselling 'Pride and Prejudice and zombies', where Elizabeth Bennet is transformed into an expert warrior slaying the undead. The first person who fell in love with 'Pride and Prejudice' was its author. She described the book as 'my own darling child', and imagined futures for the characters in conversation with her family and friends. Jane Austen's original manuscript for 'Pride and Prejudice' has not survived. This first edition of the book is therefore of special importance in the history of the text. Your are successfully subscribed for email notifications. This luxury edition forms part of a wider collection of embossed Jane Austen novels, including Sense and Sensibility,Northanger Abbey, Persuasion, Emma and Mansfield Park. On show are books related to the novel which have been published in the past 10 years and have joined our collections thanks to legal deposit. A celebration of Jane Austen's favourite of her own books, regarded as one of the greatest novels in the English language. From the first edition through to graphic novels, we show some of the variety of books which have helped millions of readers take the story to their hearts. A beautifully presented first edition of one of the best loved novels in English literature. London: Printed for T. Egerton, 1813. We will send you a notification as soon as this product is available again. The 'Peacock' edition from 1894 with Hugh Thomson's illustrations, R W Chapman's Clarendon Press edition from 1923, Editions published to tie in with film and television adaptations. This edition is part of our Hugh Sharp collection. Even Austen herself wrote in a letter that 'The work is rather too light & bright & sparkling; it wants shade'. A selection of modern sequels, editions, and retellings. Our copy of the first edition, published in three volumes, is a rare example of the book surviving in the original simple binding known as 'publishers' boards'. Anne Isabella Milbanke (the future Lady Byron) called it a very superior work and the most probable fiction I have ever read. Madame de Stal borrowed a copy during her stay in London in 1813. It was also the first edition to be illustrated, and brought the book back into print for the first time in over a decade. Starting with the 1940 film version, these editions range through 1990s 'Darcymania' to the 2005 film starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen. But this novel is far more than the stereotypical romance where 'opposites attract'. Bentley published it as part of his 'Standard novels' series. Ran from 10 July to 15 September 2013. The title also had to be changed to Pride & Prejudice, as the Minerva Press published a novel entitled First Impressions by Margaret Holford in 1800. The book sold well and was obviously much talked about, not least because of the unknown identity of the author. The renowned Austen bibliographer, Geoffrey Keynes copy did not have half titles, nor do the Bodleian or Cambridge University library copies.Description and Bibliographical references: First edition, 3 volumes, 12mo, half-titles, full calf by Riviere & Son, spine gilt in compartments, gilt dentelles, all edges gilt, red and tan morocco labels, half title to volume one with small repaired tear to fore-edge, some slight offsetting, a very attractive example, presented in a custom-made slip-case.Garside and Schwerling 1813:7; Gilson A3; Keynes 3; Sadleir 62b (Item #1699), Offering literary first editions and other books of merit.
Perhaps Austen's own enjoyment in writing the story and imagining the characters has infected the way readers have responded to the book ever since. And yet it is the novel's wit, humour, and many memorable comic characters and moments which have made it irresistible to readers from the first time it appeared in print. Published in 1923 as part of his edition of all Austen's novels, it ensured that scholars in the relatively new discipline of English Literature took the novels seriously as literary texts. In the Library's collections are over 150 different editions and adaptations of 'Pride and Prejudice', along with many other related books. Ink and illustration: Picturing 'Pride and Prejudice', Text and television: 'Pride and Prejudice' on page and screen. Alongside the 'Peacock' edition we display an array of illustrated editions showing how different people have imagined the characters over the years. A romantic comedy, it tells the story of Elizabeth Bennet, the witty heroine, and Mr Darcy, the rich, handsome hero. Some very unacademic material in our collections allows us to see how people respond to 'Pride and Prejudice' today. Richard Bentley's edition published in 1833 established 'Pride and Prejudice' as part of the literary canon. 40 Gay Street, Bath, United Kingdom, BA1 2NT, Sunday to Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday 10am - 5:30pm. The dramatist Richard Sheridan described it as the cleverest thing he [had] ever read - whereas, according to Janes Brother Henry, an unidentified gentleman supposedly remarked that [he] should like to know who is the author, for it is much too clever to have been written by a woman. In fact, almost 200 years later it is as popular as ever with the number of adaptations steadily increasing.Early 19th century binders often omitted the half titles and it is rare to find a set such as this one with all half titles present. R W Chapman's edition of 'Pride and Prejudice' is a monument of modern textual scholarship. A beautifully presented first edition of one of the best loved novels in English literature.Austen was not yet 20 (like Elizabeth Bennet) when she drafted the novel, under the title First Impressions, between October 1796 and August 1797 at Steventon. This display takes 'Pride and Prejudice', Jane Austen's second novel, through the 200 years of its history. It is in near-perfect condition. Fanfic and refashioning: The 'Pride and Prejudice' explosion. This luxury hardback is just one of our selection of Pride and Prejudice gifts. To some, the novel's concentration on finding one's ideal partner is frivolous and escapist. Jane Austen is always aware of the economic considerations that affect relationships, and concerned with the moral responsibility every individual must take for their choices in life. The Jane Austen FestivalTen wonderful days of celebrating all things Austen in the beautiful city of Bath. Finally, in late 1812, the novel was accepted by Egerton and published in early 1813 in boards in an edition of probably 1,500 copies (Keynes). 'Pride and Prejudice' was first published in 1813. Our display includes editions published to tie in with film and television adaptations, as we show how those dramatisations influence the way the novel is read. Please email contactus@janeausten.co.uk for Jane Austen Centre information, or online@janeausten.co.uk for Online Gift Shop information. In this context, critics have found 'Pride and Prejudice' a profoundly serious book. It was declined by the publisher Cadell, and subsequently, underwent major revisions. An elegantly embossed edition of Pride and Prejudice, perfect for those wanting to rediscover the majesty of Pemberley Manor or experience the mysterious Mr Darcy. Hugh Thomson's classic illustrations in the 'Peacock' edition are still familiar to modern readers, as they have been reprinted in many editions down to the present day. Our display presents a sample of this material to convey the novel's enduring literary and popular appeal. Exhibits range from self-published fan fiction to the bestselling 'Pride and Prejudice and zombies', where Elizabeth Bennet is transformed into an expert warrior slaying the undead. The first person who fell in love with 'Pride and Prejudice' was its author. She described the book as 'my own darling child', and imagined futures for the characters in conversation with her family and friends. Jane Austen's original manuscript for 'Pride and Prejudice' has not survived. This first edition of the book is therefore of special importance in the history of the text. Your are successfully subscribed for email notifications. This luxury edition forms part of a wider collection of embossed Jane Austen novels, including Sense and Sensibility,Northanger Abbey, Persuasion, Emma and Mansfield Park. On show are books related to the novel which have been published in the past 10 years and have joined our collections thanks to legal deposit. A celebration of Jane Austen's favourite of her own books, regarded as one of the greatest novels in the English language. From the first edition through to graphic novels, we show some of the variety of books which have helped millions of readers take the story to their hearts. A beautifully presented first edition of one of the best loved novels in English literature. London: Printed for T. Egerton, 1813. We will send you a notification as soon as this product is available again. The 'Peacock' edition from 1894 with Hugh Thomson's illustrations, R W Chapman's Clarendon Press edition from 1923, Editions published to tie in with film and television adaptations. This edition is part of our Hugh Sharp collection. Even Austen herself wrote in a letter that 'The work is rather too light & bright & sparkling; it wants shade'. A selection of modern sequels, editions, and retellings. Our copy of the first edition, published in three volumes, is a rare example of the book surviving in the original simple binding known as 'publishers' boards'. Anne Isabella Milbanke (the future Lady Byron) called it a very superior work and the most probable fiction I have ever read. Madame de Stal borrowed a copy during her stay in London in 1813. It was also the first edition to be illustrated, and brought the book back into print for the first time in over a decade. Starting with the 1940 film version, these editions range through 1990s 'Darcymania' to the 2005 film starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen. But this novel is far more than the stereotypical romance where 'opposites attract'. Bentley published it as part of his 'Standard novels' series. Ran from 10 July to 15 September 2013. The title also had to be changed to Pride & Prejudice, as the Minerva Press published a novel entitled First Impressions by Margaret Holford in 1800. The book sold well and was obviously much talked about, not least because of the unknown identity of the author. The renowned Austen bibliographer, Geoffrey Keynes copy did not have half titles, nor do the Bodleian or Cambridge University library copies.Description and Bibliographical references: First edition, 3 volumes, 12mo, half-titles, full calf by Riviere & Son, spine gilt in compartments, gilt dentelles, all edges gilt, red and tan morocco labels, half title to volume one with small repaired tear to fore-edge, some slight offsetting, a very attractive example, presented in a custom-made slip-case.Garside and Schwerling 1813:7; Gilson A3; Keynes 3; Sadleir 62b (Item #1699), Offering literary first editions and other books of merit.