AUSTEN, Jane "Pride and Prejudice" [George Allen, London, 1895] Peacock Edition

[HUGH THOMSON] AUSTEN, Jane. Pride and Prejudice.

London: George Allen, 1895. 7.75" x 5.5", [ix-xxviii], 476pp. Second printing of the "Peacock Edition," with gilt-stamped design by Hugh Thomson. Original dark green cloth, top edge gilt. With 102 in-text illustrations, also by Thomson. Frontis, title, and tissue foxed, as well as several spots on fore edge. 1 cm tear at head of spine cloth. Binding secure. Very Good.

A handsome early printing of one of the most recognizable illustrated editions of Austen’s work. Thomson’s decorative binding and in-text illustrations make this a perennial favorite among collectors.