[+]Studies in English Literature 3: Jane Austen: Emma, Frank W. Bradbrook $12.00

A heroine whom no one besides her creator might much like, Emma is nonetheless an example of unequaled perfection, as Bradbrook illustrates in this wonderful little book. His wide-ranging observations tackle the author's intent and result. Edward Arnold Publishers, London, 2nd printing 1963 (1961). Hb, Dj. USED. $12.00

[+]Jane Austen's Emma, J. F. Burrows $25.00

Wonderfully detailed analysis of Austen's "perfect" book. Sydney University Press. Sydney: 1968. 132 pages, Hb, dj. Good condition. USED. $25.00""""

[+]Emma Or, The Unfortunate Attachment, Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire $21.00

Jonathan David Gross, Editor. Published anonymously in 1773 and attributed to Georgiana, this epistolary novel explores the "unfortunate attachment" of Emma Egerton to William Walpole. Orig. published when author only 16, long out of print. Like Jane Austen's PP, explores dangers of 1st impressions and arranged marriages. SUNY Press, 2004. Paper. NEW. $21.00

[+]More Talk of Jane Austen, Sheila Kaye-Smith and G. B. Stern $45.00

Kaye-Smith and Stern explore Austen again. They had so much fun with the first book, they had to write another! 1949. Hb, dj. 1st US ed. USED. $45.00"

[+]Jane Austen: Six Novels & Their Methods, Michael Williams $65.00

Discusses the methods Austen used to construct the novels. NY. St.Martin's Press. 1986. Hb. dj. Near Fine. USED. $65.00

[+]Ghosts of the Gothic: Austen, Eliot, & Lawrence, Judith Wilt $18.00

A new theory of Gothic fiction that focuses on its status as an enduring component of the imagination. She shows how Austen, George Eliot, and D. H. Lawrence were deeply affected by the conventions they inherited from Gothic authors. Also shows Gothic lit is the predecessor to detective, historical and science fiction genres. Princeton UP, Hb, Dj. 1980. USED. $18.00

[+]Talking of Jane Austen, Sheila Kaye-Smith and G. B. Stern $45.00

Two lovers of Jane Austen wrote the essays in this much-loved book. Cassell and Company, Ltd. London, 1943 1st ed. Hb, dj. USED. $45.00"

[+]Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, Seth Grahame-Smith $10.00

Will the characters consume themselves? Paper. 2009, Quirk Books. NEW. $10.00

[+]Jane Austen or the Secret of Style, D. A. Miller $50.00

This intelligent analysis of Austen's narrative voice is like a work of poetry - like Austen's own novels - in language both deeply layered and clear. Miller brilliantly unpacks the emotional nuances of her work.

[+]Jane Austen, Margaret Kennedy $45.00

The English Novelists Series. Life, letters, novels, criticism. A brief but thorough and entertaining early treatment. DJ with corner wear. First Ed. Arthur Baker Ltd., London, or Alan Swallow, Denver. 1950. 110 pgs, Hb, Dj. USED. $45.00

[+]Reshaping the Sexes in Sense and Sensibility., Moreland Perkins $30.00

A unique study of S&S that goes beyond feminism to argue that Austen's treatment of male and female characters is revolutionary. A close witty reading of S&S. University Press of Virginia. Hb, Dj. Like New. 1998. USED. $30.00

[+]Jane Austen in the Context of Abolition: 'a fling at the slave trade', Gabrielle D. V. White $85.00

With a careful reading of MP, E, and P as well as Cowper, Johnson, and Clarkson, White argues that Austen was much more intellectually involved in the abolitionist movement. A careful, convincing argument. Palgrave, 2006. Hb. Like new. USED. $85.00

[+]British Women Writers and the Writing of History 1670-1820, Devoney Looser $20.00

Five writers - Lucy Hutchinson, Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, Charlotte Lennox, Catherine Macaulay, Hester Lynch Piozzi, and Jane Austen, are examined as writers of "real solemn history" during a time when writing history was not acceptable for women. The approach is enlightening and entertaining. The section on Austen is fascinating.. JHUP, 2000, reprinted now at $30 list. Paper, 272 pgs. NEW. $20.00

[+]Jane Austen in Her Time, W. A. Craik $10.00

History and social setting of England in Jane Austen's time, selected specifically to support the reader of her novels. Contemporary illustrations, synopsis of the novel, short bio of Austen. 192 pgs, Hb, no dust jacket. Nelson, London. 1st ed. 1969. USED. $10.00

[+]Jane Austen and Her Predecessors, Frank W. Bradbrook $21.00

If we wish to understand Austen's place in the history of the novel, we must understand what she read and how it influenced her. This study includes periodicals, essays, moralists, the picturesque, drama, poetry, and novels. Appendices include samples of her reading. 163 pgs, Hb, Dj. Dj is price clipped. College library stamp on title page. Cambridge University Press, London, NY, Nigeria, 1966. USED. $21.00

[+]Computation Into Criticism: A Study in Jane Austen's Novels and an Experiment in Method, J. F. Burrows $45.00

A statistical analysis of the words used by Jane Austen as narrator and as character. Surprisingly revealing. How often does Lady Catherine use the personal pronoun "I" compared to Admiral Croft? How much of a book is actually dialogue, and who does most of the talking? Another way to comprehend Austen's skill at delineating character. OUP, 1987. Hb, Dj. Near fine. Advance copy. USED. $45.00

[+]The Collected Papers of Muriel Bradbrook: Volume Two Women and Literature 1779-1982, Muriel Bradbrook $20.00

This Cambridge professor and author wrote exensively on women writers. These essays were written throughout her life and span the increasing imporance of women as writers. Green cloth, gilt title, VG condition. Harvester Press, Surrey. Hb, Dj. 1982. USED. $20.00

[+]Bits of Ivory: Narrative Techniques in Jane Austen's Fiction, Lloyd W. Brown $45.00

One of the best treatments of the complexity of Austen's style. Louisiana University Press, 1973. Hb, Dj. Excellent condition. USED. $45.00

[+]The Spatiality of the Novel, Joseph A. Kestner $32.00

Studying novels in relation to concepts more familiar in the visual arts, Kestner looks at many novelists, including Austen. Wayne State University Press, Detroit, 1978. Hb, Dj. USED. $32.00

[+]Jane Austen: An Anthology of Recent Criticsm, Harish Trivedi $15.00

Twelve essays deal with a variety of issues, including feminism, post-colonial, deconstructionism, literary history, and socio-economic history. Ends with a sample of reader discussions. Excellent condition. Pencraft International, Delhi. 1996. Hb, Dj. USED. $15.00

[+]Jane Austen and Some Contemporaries, Mona Wilson $60.00

Limited to 1000 copies, Folcroft Library Edition reprint of the 1938 original publication. Mona Wilson looks at Jane Austen, Eliza Fletcher, Anne Woodrooffe, Mary Martha Butt, Mary Anne Schimmelpenninck, Charlotte Elizabeth Tonna, Mary Somerville, Harriet Grote. She focuses on what it was like to be a woman in the 18th century, against the contrast of the Victorianism that followed. NEW. $60.00

[+]Jane, Jean Gould $30.00

With delightful illustrations by Jean Stahl. A book for girls, this biographical novel is firmly rooted in things that could have happened. The books they would have read, the plays they would have acted, the visit to Bath, delightful dances and even boy problems are all dealt with in a style suitable for young teens. Deals with her entire life, not just her youth. Pages are yellow, binding loose from the spine, dust jacket suffered some wear before someone covered it in plastic. 248 pgs, Hb, Dj. Houghton Mifflin, Boston, 1947. USED. $30.00

[+]The Remarkable Case of Dorothy L. Sayers, Catherine Kenney $20.00

Not so much a biography or critical review of her novels, this book serves to locate Sayers's work in the history of the novel and its contribution and importance for culture. Sayers's debt to history, especially to the work of Jane Austen, is shown, as well as her contribution to the development of her genre as a serious art form. Also deals with her development of women's characters and her lesser known work as a lay theologian. First edition. Kent State U Press, 1990. Fine. Hb, Dj. USED. $20.00

[+]Becoming a Heroine: Reading About Women in Novels, Rachel M. Brownstein $4.00

Explores how the heroines in English novels both affect and reflect girls and women's self image and life decisions. Viking Press, 1982. Hb, Dj. X-Library with stickers, stamps, but pages clean. Good reading copy of this great book. USED. $4.00

[+]From Jane Austen to Joseph Conrad: Essays Collected in Memory of James T. Hillhouse, Robert C. Rathburn and Martin Steinmann, Jr.. Editors $4.00

Starting with an essay on 18th century novels, this volume then goes on to essays on Austen, Scott, Thackeray, Dickens, the Brontes, Gaskell, Ffrench, Trollope, Eliot, Conrad, and more. An excellent resource on thoughts from eminent professors from a variety of universities illustrate critical thinking from the first half of the 20th century. X-Library, card pocket inside front cover, underlining in first essay. Good reading copy. 326 pgs. U of Minnesota Press. 1958. USED. $4.00