Described as an important contribution to literary criticism as well as to Austen studies. Lascelles gives a biography of Austen. She then discusses Austen's responses to her own reading, rich topic given Austen's numerous references to other works. From there, Lascelles explores Austen's style and narrative art. Spine worn. Originally published in 1939, this is the first edition paperback published by Oxford Paperbacks in 1963. 225 pp. USED. $9.00