Over the last couple of years, I've been gradually replacing all of my cheap copies of Jane Austen's novels with prettier ones. (I'm a sucker for pretty books.) Pride and Prejudice is my favorite of her books and one of my favorite books in general, but it was the only one I didn't have a nice copy of. I had almost decided on the clothbound Penguin edition until I randomly stumbled across this one, which I had never seen before.
You guys. This has to be the most beautiful book I own. It looked pretty enough online, but it's so much better in reality! It's an oversized hardcover, and the edges of the pages are orange with a floral design. The illustrations, by Alice Pattullo, are gorgeous. They're sort of modern but with a folksy feel, and there are lots of unexpectedly bright colors. Besides the illustrations, there are other charming details...like the fact that all of the letters in the novel are in a font that looks handwritten. The pages are sturdy and matte, and they're made from that kind of paper that makes the book smell really good. (I know that sounds weird but it's completely true.)
I was planning on rereading Pride and Prejudice this year anyway, and now I can't wait to reread it in this edition!
{Amazon has it here, but they were out of stock when I ordered mine, so I ordered from Book Depository. They're based out of the UK, but their prices are good, usually the same as Amazon, and they offer free shipping worldwide, no minimum. I'm not affiliated with them at all, by the way. There are also some other illustrated editions of classics by this publisher.}
Oooh! I saw this briefly on someone's booktube channel and had been wanting a better look. I think that my favorite part is the flower print running along those gorgeous orange pages - so adorable!
ReplyDeleteI have problem with buying too many books in general, but it's especially bad when I'm continuously buying books that I already own in prettier editions. There are just so many beautiful books out there! Pretty books are the best kind of art. :D
I think I originally saw it on a Booktube channel, too? I can't remember which one...it seems like it was one that I don't usually watch. I know, I love the pages. :)
DeleteHa, I'm the same way. I can usually limit myself to replacing a cheap and/or ugly copy with a pretty one just once and not buying any more editions, but there are some exceptions. (Which is how I ended up with 3 copies of Jane Eyre...) And even though I supposedly bought this one to "replace" my old copy, there is no way I can part with that one. I've been reading it for the past 10 years. :)
This is so pretty! 'Pride and Prejudice' is my favorite novel and so I'm glad I saw your post today. : )
ReplyDeleteIt is such a pretty book! Pride and Prejudice is basically my favorite novel, too...tied with the Chronicles of Narnia. :)
DeleteTHIS COMPANY HAS A SHERLOCK HOLMES ONE.
ReplyDelete"But Hayden, you already own multiple copies-"
"Shush, brain. I need it."
I saw that! Ha...it's so tempting when companies keep releasing so many beautiful editions of classics.
DeleteOhMyGoodness! This looks gorgeous! This is part of the challenge of visiting other's amazing blogs; you find amazing new things you think you absolutely must own. ;)
ReplyDeleteLove it! Thanks for sharing, Kristin.
It is really beautiful! Ha, sorry about that. :)
DeleteThis is gorgeous! A few days ago, I saw your post and ordered the illustrated copy. It's arriving today! I can't wait to reread the book.
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome, I hope you enjoy rereading Pride and Prejudice in this edition! :)
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