London, Thomas Nelson & Sons Ltd, [c.1950].
An attractive copy of Jane Austen's classic novel of manners, first published in 1813. Pride and Prejudice follows the character development of the attractive, witty, and intelligent Elizabeth Bennett, who learns to distinguish between superficial goodness and true virtue during the course of the narrative.
Later edition, 'Nelson's Famous Books' series; 12mo (187 x 129 mm); plain frontispiece and 7 further illustrations, publisher's advertisements bound in at end; publisher's green buckram, spine lettered in gilt, top edge blue, green slip-case (showing wear), otherwise very good condition overall
Later edition, 'Nelson's Famous Books' series; 12mo (187 x 129 mm); plain frontispiece and 7 further illustrations, publisher's advertisements bound in at end; publisher's green buckram, spine lettered in gilt, top edge blue, green slip-case (showing wear), otherwise very good condition overall
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