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12087 Austen, Caroline. My Aunt Jane Austen: A Memoir.
Austen, Caroline. My Aunt Jane Austen: A Memoir. Hardbound blue cloth, label on front. Spottiswoode, Ballantyne & Co. Ltd. London & Colchester. 1952. 22 pages. USED. $20.00
Price: $20.00
90110-2 Austen, Jane. A Memoir of Jane Austen Together With 'Lady Susan: A Novel' &c
Austen, Jane. A Memoir of Jane Austen Together With 'Lady Susan: A Novel' &c. "A memoir of Jane Austen by her nephew J. E. Austen Leigh Second Edition to which is added Lady Susan and fragments of two other unfinished tales by Miss Austen." J.E.A.L.'s preface November 17, 1870. This book also includes the alternate ending of Persuasion. Undated newspaper clipping glued in back cover is an original 1871 book review. Dark blue/green cloth with embossed designs on front and back cover and gilt title and design on spine. Previous owner signature in front. Spine loose but pages (except for first and last) intact. Some foxing. Spine bumped at top and bottom. Richard Bentley and Son, London, 1871. USED. $300.00
Price: $300.00
12104 Austen-Leigh, Emma and R. A. Jane Austen and Lyme Regis
Austen-Leigh, Emma and R. A. Jane Austen and Lyme Regis. A small book by Emma Austen Leigh and upon her death, completed by her brother. Like-new condition. Printed in facsimile by Folcroft in 1974. USED. $35.00
Price: $35.00
12110 Austen-Leigh, Emma. Jane Austen and Bath
Austen-Leigh, Emma. Jane Austen and Bath. Red leather with gold title on spine. Illustrations, index, family trees, chronology, and insights gleaned from family letters. Spine is tight, book is like new. USED. $30.00
Price: $30.00
10115 Austen-Leigh, James Edward. A Memoir of Jane Austen by her Nephew.
Austen-Leigh, James Edward. A Memoir of Jane Austen by her Nephew. Handsome facsimile of the 1882 edition. However, Lady Susan and The Watsons are not included. Folcroft Library Editions: 1979. Hb. Tightly bound in boards covered with royal blue cloth. Gilt title on spine only. Some foxing. NEW. $45.00
Price: $45.00
10124, Austen-Leigh, Mary Augusta. Personal Aspects of Jane Austen.
Austen-Leigh, Mary Augusta. Personal Aspects of Jane Austen. A daughter of James Edward Austen-Leigh, Mary Augusta sought to show Jane Austen was more well-rounded and knowledgeable than some critics and biographers like to portray. If you are collecting biographies, this is an excellent addition, not easy to find. Some wear to cover, light foxing, spine loose with age, otherwise good condition. London: John Murray, 1920. Hb. $65.00
Price: $65.00
10134, Austen-Leigh, William and Richard Arthur. Jane Austen. Her Life and Letters. A Family Record.
Austen-Leigh, William and Richard Arthur. Jane Austen: Her Life and Letters. A Family Record. Intro by Sarah S. G. Frantz.This reprint of the 1913 edition does not include revisions by Le Faye. NY: Barnes & Noble, 2006, paperbound. NEW. $7.00
Price: $7.00
10192, Becker, May Lamberton. Presenting Miss Jane Austen.
Becker, May Lamberton. Presenting Miss Jane Austen. A delightful biography. Includes introduction to the 18th and 19th c world, the family & friends. Discusses each novel. Suitable for young adults, if you are looking for a gift to introduce Austen to a young friend. Living History Library Series. 1st ed, good condition. Hb, dj. USED. $20.00
Price: $20.00
10324, Byrne, Paula. Jane Austen and the Theatre.
Byrne, Paula. Jane Austen and the Theatre. Explores home theatricals, professional theatre, and the influence of theatre on Austen’s novels. 2002. Paper. NEW. $27.00
Price: $27.00
10346-1, Cecil, David. A Portrait of Jane Austen.
Cecil, David. A Portrait of Jane Austen. David Cecil was Professor of English Literature at the University of Oxford from 1948 to 1970, and former President of the Jane Austen Society. He is known for his biographies of William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne, and this bio of Jane Austen. NY: 1979. 208 pages, Hb, dj. Like new. USED. $15.00
Price: $15.00
12099 Copeland & McMaster. The Cambridge Companion to Jane Austen.
Copeland & McMaster. The Cambridge Companion to Jane Austen. Cambridge University Press, paper, 2002 and 2003. NEW $25.00.
Price: $25.00
10397 Cornish, Francis Warre. Jane Austen.
Cornish, Francis Warre. Jane Austen. Biography and critique of the novels. Part of series called “English Men of Letters.” Macmillan & Co. London 1926. Hb, 240 pgs. $20.00
Price: $20.00
10533, Fergus, Jan. Jane Austen: A Literary Life.
Fergus, Jan. Jane Austen: A Literary Life. This is an excellent work on Austen’s career as a writer. Fergus is a favorite of Austen fans. Softbound. Includes note signed by author. USED. $50.00
Price: $50.00
11229, Freydis, J.W. and Southerland, E. - Editors. Austen-Leigh, James Edward. Life in the Country with Quotations by Jane Austen and Silhouettes by her Nephew James Edward Austen-Leigh.
Freydis, Jane Welland and Eileen Southerland, Editors. Life in the Country: with Quotations by Jane Austen and Silhouettes by her Nephew James Edward Austen-Leigh. Charming silhouettes JEAL created, often to amuse his children. Contributions by Maggie Lane and Joan Ray, afterword by Joan Austen-Leigh. British Library Board, London, 2008. 48 pgs. Hb, dj. NEW. $20.00
Price: $20.00
12317, Hannon, Patrice. 101 Things You Didn't Know about Jane Austen. The Truth about the World's Most Intriguing Literary Heroine.
Hannon, Patrice. 101 Things You Didn't Know about Jane Austen. The Truth about the World's Most Intriguing Literary Heroine. A delightful introduction to Jane Austen's life. Biographical snippets, relates her life to her works. Hannon holds a PhD in Eng Lit from Rutgers. This is not an amateur work. Lovely gift for a novice fan, or great addition to a collector of bios. 2007 F&W NY. Hb, dj. NEW. $12.50
Price: $12.50
12226, Harris, Jocelyn. A Revolution Almost Beyond Expression
Harris, Jocelyn. A Revolution Almost Beyond Expression: Jane Austen's Persuasion. "Persuasion reveals Austen's patriotism, her pioneering lyricism, and her hopes for sexual equality…". A new analysis of Austen's political, historical, and gender views, focusing on her dialogue, through her work, with other authors (esp. Burke, Scott). Incorporates and answers previous critical work that have placed Austen on both sides of the political spectrum. HB, DJ. Orig publ at $54.50. NEW. $44.00
Price: $44.00
12094, Irons, Keith. Steventon and the Austens
Irons, Keith. Steventon and the Austens. Jane Austen bi-centenary 1775-1975. 16 p. with 8 p. yellow paper Programme insert. Cover Illus. by Dennis Crawley. Bath. Souvenir booklet. Basingstoke Press. USED. $10.00
Price: $10.00
10832-2 Johnson, Claudia. Jane Austen: Women, Politics and the Novel.
Johnson, Claudia. Jane Austen: Women, Politics and the Novel. "Best (and best-written) book about Austen." Nina Auerbach. U of Chicago Press, 1988, Paper. NEW. $18.00
Price: $18.00
12060, Jones, Hazel. Jane Austen and Marriage.
Jones, Hazel. Jane Austen and Marriage. A well-researched, delightful book. Sophisticated analysis of Austen's fiction, her family life, and her society. Draws extensively on primary sources of the times. Hardbound, lovely dj. NEW $23.00
Price: $23.00
10878, Knatchbull-Hugessen, Sir Hugh, KCMG. Kentish Family
Knatchbull-Hugessen, Sir Hugh, KCMG. Kentish Family. Written by the 20th c. distinguished diplomat, a family history of several generations. Pedigree, b&w engravings. Gilt family crest on front cover. Includes Cassandra's drawing of Fanny at writing table. Hb; dj. London: Methuen & Co. 1st ed. 1960 269 pp. Used. $40.00
Price: $40.00
11111, Nokes, David Jane Austen: A Life.
Nokes, David. Jane Austen: A Life. Extensive biography. Plates of family portraits. Hb, dj. NEW $20.00
Price: $20.00
11229 Quin, Vera. Jane Austen Visits London
Quin, Vera. Jane Austen Visits London. Follow in Jane Austen's footsteps and see London through her eyes. Researches the references Austen made in her letters and literature, then takes us into her world. Illustrated by Veronique Avon-Yapp. Paperback. NEW. $20.00
Price: $20.00
11229, Quin, Vera. Jane Austen Visits London.
Quin, Vera. Jane Austen Visits London. Follow in Jane Austen’s footsteps and see London through her eyes. Researches the references Austen made in her letters and literature, then takes us into her world. Illustrated by Veronique Avon-Yapp. Paperback. NEW. $20.00
Price: $20.00
11289, Reeve, Katharine Jane Austen in Bath: Walking Tours of the Writer's City
Reeve, Katharine. Jane Austen in Bath: Walking Tours of the Writer's City. Charming! A good take-along size. Four delightful walks, with numerous stops along the way. Ties Jane's words from the novels to the city, the gardens, entertainment and shops along the way. 26 period illustrations in color. 7x5. Hb. NEW. $20.00
Price: $20.00
11411-1, Shields, Carol. Jane Austen: A Penguin Life.
Shields, Carol. Jane Austen: A Penguin Life. A popular biography. 2001, Hb, dj. NEW. $12.00
Price: $12.00
11411-2 Shields, Carol. Jane Austen: A Penguin Life.
Shields, Carol. Jane Austen: A Penguin Life. A popular biography. 2005, Paper. NEW. $10.00
Price: $10.00
12193, Todd. Jane Austen in Context
Todd, Janet, Editor. Jane Austen in Context. Generously illustrated collection of essays that introduce Austen's life and times. Cambridge UP. 2005. NEW. Publ at $104, Sale $60.00.
Price: $60.00