A book of 6 essays written about Jane Austen after a period of self-directed study at Yale University under Norman H. Pearson and Gordon S. Haight in 1958-59. Five of the essays were previously published but additions and changes were made. The author focuses on critical analysis of Austen's works, including the novels' innovative influence on the lineage of 18th century bourgeois fiction. This is an inscribed gift from the author - the author wrote in the front "To Professor Gordon S. Haight with gratitude, Shunji Ebiike, July 31, 1962." Wear to jacket, now in mylar. Kenkyusha Publishing Ltd. 1962 First Edition. Hb, Dj. USED. $25.00