Pride and Prejudice is an 1813 romantic novel by Jane Austen. It charts the emotional development of the protagonist Elizabeth Bennet, who learns the error of making hasty judgments and comes to appreciate the difference between the superficial and the essential. The comedy of the writing lies in the depiction of manners, education, marriage and money during the Regency era in Britain.Mr. Bennet of the Longbourn estate has five daughters, but his property is entailed, meaning that ...

Persuasion is the last novel fully completed by Jane Austen. It was published at the end of 1817, six months after her death.The story concerns Anne Elliot, a young Englishwoman of 27 years, whose family is moving to lower their expenses and get out of debt. They rent their home to an Admiral and his wife. The wife’s brother, Navy Captain Frederick Wentworth, had been engaged to Anne in 1806, and now they meet again, both single and unattached, after no contact in more than seven y...

The period of "Ivanhoe" is a few months subsequent to "The Talisman." Richard I has abandoned his Crusade, and, after an incarceration in an Austrian prison returns to his English throne to find plots against him headed by his brother John, and also a general state of unrest. Normans and Saxons still quarrel, and the story as a whole gives an admirable picture of feudal times. Ivanhoe is the only son of Cedric the Saxon, and has been disinherited by his father on account of his love for Ce...

Emma is a comic novel by Jane Austen, first published in December 1815, 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.This edition includes:* 12 tinted line drawings by C. E. Brock (1898)* 24 watercolors by C. E. Brock (1909)* 39 black and white drawings by Hugh Thomson (1896)

Elizabeth Gaskell's Cranford is a delicately comic yet deeply humane portrait of a small Cheshire town governed largely by genteel, unmarried women whose rituals of economy, etiquette, friendship, and memory form an alternative social order. First serialized in Household Words, the novel's episodic structure and conversational narrative voice place it within Victorian domestic realism while resisting the grand plot machinery of industrial or sensation fiction. In this illustrated edition, ...

Elizabeth Gaskell's 'Cranford' is a novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of the inhabitants of a small English town during the early 19th century. Through her satirical and witty writing style, Gaskell not only portrays the idiosyncrasies of the town's characters but also delves into the themes of social class, female friendships, and the changing landscape of rural England. 'Cranford' is often considered a classic of Victorian literature, known for its sharp observations and nuanc...

Pride and Prejudice is an 1813 romantic novel by Jane Austen. It charts the emotional development of the protagonist Elizabeth Bennet, who learns the error of making hasty judgments and comes to appreciate the difference between the superficial and the essential. The comedy of the writing lies in the depiction of manners, education, marriage and money during the Regency era in Britain.

Elizabeth Gaskell's 'Elizabeth Gaskell Premium Collection: 10 Novels & 40+ Short Stories' is a treasury of her most esteemed works, showcasing a blend of social commentary, romance, and realism. Gaskell's literary style is characterized by vivid characterizations and detailed descriptions of industrial England, reflecting her deep understanding of social issues. The collection includes classics such as 'North and South', 'Cranford', and 'Mary Barton', offering readers a glimpse into the co...

This comprehensive collection gathers Elizabeth Gaskell's major novels alongside more than forty short stories, with supplementary poetry, essays, and biographical writings, offering a panoramic view of one of Victorian literature's most humane and socially attentive voices. From the industrial realism of Mary Barton and North and South to the domestic intricacies of Cranford and Wives and Daughters, Gaskell combines moral seriousness with narrative grace, psychological acuity, and a keen ...

The Complete Novels of Elizabeth Gaskell (Illustrated Edition) gathers the major fictional achievements of one of Victorian literature's most humane and socially alert voices, from the industrial tragedy of Mary Barton and the moral daring of Ruth to the provincial comedy of Cranford, the labor-capital tensions of North and South, the historical breadth of Sylvia's Lovers, and the unfinished grace of Wives and Daughters. Gaskell's style combines documentary realism, domestic intimacy, iron...

Elizabeth Gaskell's 'The Complete Novels of Elizabeth Gaskell' showcases the prolific works of this esteemed Victorian author, providing readers with a comprehensive collection of her novels. Known for her social commentary and insightful character portrayals, Gaskell's literary style is characterized by a rich and detailed narrative that delves into issues of class, gender, and morality. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century England, her novels offer a captivating glimpse into the live...

This meticulously edited collected of complete works by Elizabeth Gaskell includes: Introduction: "Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell" Novels: Mary Barton The Moorland Cottage Cranford Ruth North and South Sylvia's Lovers Wives and Daughters A Dark Night's Work Short Stories & Novellas: Round the Sofa My Lady Ludlow An Accursed Race The Doom of the Griffiths Half a Life-Time Ago The Poor Clare The Half-Brothers Cousin Phillis Company Manners Mr. Harrison's Confessions The Sexton's Hero The Grey Wo...