The Book Depository Jane Austen: The Complete Works by Jane Austen
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Description: Jane Austen: The Complete Works : Penguin Books Ltd : 9780141395203 : 0141395206 : 30 Oct 2014 : Few novelists have conveyed the subtleties and nuances of their own social milieu with the wit and insight of Jane Austen. Through her vivacious and spirited heroines and their circle, she paints vivid portraits of English middle-class life as the eighteenth century came to a close. This box set contains seven of her books. The Book Depository Jane Austen: The Complete Works by Jane Austen - shop the best deal online on thebookbug.co.uk
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Product ID: 9780141395203
MPN: 0141395206
GTIN: 9780141395203
Author: Lou
Rating: 5
Review: I received the hardcover boxed set today. The box is covered in cloth, as are the books. I had read previous reviews that explained that there were sticky labels that marked the books when they were removed. However, I was delighted as when I received my books there was a sticky label on the plastic covering but there were no stickers on the books or the hardcover box so it seems likely that someone has taken note of the reviews. The books are beautiful and if you are a fan of Jane Austen then I would highly recommend them.
Author: Ben
Rating: 3
Review: This is not really a review of the content of these books. I think Jane Austen's works are beautifully profound. In regards to these particular editions though, I have enjoyed the introductions that give clear historical context and some, often insightful, analysis of the story. The cloth binding on these books is very nice, however, the printed design comes off very easily (see photos) just from general reading and holding. After only reading the pictured book once the design has become very worn out. Each book also comes with a horrible sticker on the back that, once peeled off, damages the book. After reading the same novel a few times I can envision barley being able to make out which book is which without opening them. The title, and rest of the design, will be so worn away. It's a real shame, because when you invest in a really beautiful set of relatively expensive books you have an expectation that good care should make them last a lifetime, which is not the case here.
