The Novels of Jane Austen. In Ten Volumes.  London: Dent, 1892. Second Edition Thus. Publisher’s light green buckram, with gilt titles to the spine and on to the front board with gilt vignette surrounding the title and gilt facsimile of Jane Austen’s signature. first volume heavily faded, all others in nice clean condition.

The Complete set of ten volumes as issued: Sense & Sensibility (vol 1 & 2); Pride & Prejudice (Vol 1 & 2); Mansfield Park (vol 1 & 2) Emma; (Vol 1 & 2); Northanger Abbey; Persuasion.

Edited by Reginald Brimley Johnson, this edition is enhanced by the elegant illustrations of William C. Cooke and the decorative ornaments by F.C. Tilney, adding a visual charm to Austen’s classic novels. 

A testament to Austen’s enduring literary legacy and a nice example of the Victorian era’s trend for fine & decorative publishing.