Emma [Hardcover] F.W. Kenyon

Description

1955 Book club edition. Dust jacket has significant wear and tears along the sides. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of Jane Austen’s beloved novel “Emma” bears the marks of its age and numerous readings. Published in 1955 as a Book Club edition, it offers collectors a glimpse into the post-war era when Austen’s works experienced a resurgence in popularity. The wear on the dust jacket and hardcover speaks to the novel’s enduring appeal, having been cherished by generations of readers captivated by Austen’s witty social satire and exploration of the foibles of the English gentry.

Despite its external imperfections, the clean pages and secure binding attest to the care with which this edition has been handled, allowing Austen’s timeless prose to shine through. For Austen enthusiasts and literature lovers alike, this copy serves as a tangible link to the literary and cultural landscape of mid-20th century America, when Book Clubs played a vital role in disseminating classic works to a wider readership.