5W 1946 Emma Austen-Leigh and Richard Arthur Austen-Leigh, 3rd edition

Notes

Jane Austen and Lyme Regis by Emma Austen-Leigh and Richard Arthur Austen-Leigh is a detailed exploration of Jane Austen’s connection to Lyme Regis, the seaside town that features prominently in her novel Persuasion. The book offers insights into the town’s history, Austen’s visits there, and how Lyme Regis influenced her writing. It delves into the settings, characters, and events from Persuasion that are tied to the town, especially focusing on the famous scene on the Cobb. The authors, who are related to Jane Austen, provide a blend of biographical detail, literary analysis, and historical context, offering readers a richer understanding of Austen’s life and work in relation to Lyme Regis.

Description

Beige colored paperback with uneven tanning to the covers. Portrait oval cartouche of Jane Austen on the front cover and title page and maps on the endpapers. Several plate pictures throughout. Oversized paper cover is slightly creased and rolled along the edges with a few small nicks. Slight foxing and finger marking to the exterior. One page has a small tear to the lower margin. Text is otherwise clean and binding is sound. Great condition overall.