Lady Violet Powell takes the reader through each of the six novels with a keen eye and clear reporting. She views the characters as personal friends. In her wonderful introduction she touches on her relationships with Elizabeth Jenkins, R. W. Chapman, and other founding members of JAS. A helpful index. Very good condition 1st edition with wrinkles and small tear to jacket and pages slightly yellowing. Top of pages stained green to match dj and boards. Handsome gilt title on spine. Ribbon bookmark. Tasteful jacket. Hb, Dj. Heinemann: London, 1993. USED. $15.00