17739 ship500 This is the story of

This is the story of an enduring friendship between two women who could not seem more different

77 in color illustrations

one of our favorites

Mint condition except jacket is price cut

and especially where Austen is concerned

17739 ship500 This is the story ofWith an introduction by Mrs. Humphry Ward. Illustrated with portraits and views. Includes facsimile of the Title page of the First Edition (1847). Top pages gilt. Spine a little sun faded. The top half inch of the spine cover has broken off and the bottom is a little ragged. Previous owner bookplage on FFE. Otherwise very good. This novel is Volume I of a 7 volume set "Life and Works of The Sisters Bronte" named Thornfield Edition. Harper & Brothers.