From the desk of Sophia Rose:  When tempting this Austen lover with a new book, one merely need mention that it is based on real life figures in Jane Austen’s life, and I am hooked. By making it a governess’ tale with a mysterious past, I am well-nigh bewitched. I settled in eager for... Continue Reading →
Rare Presentation of Copy of Jane Austen’s Emma Commands £325,000
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: Jonkers Rare Books, of Hart Street, Henley-on-Thames has announced today that an undisclosed British collector has paid ÂŁ325,000 for the rare first edition presentation copy of Jane Austen’s novel Emma once owned by her dear friend Anne Sharp. Jonkers has owned the three volume set since June 2008... Continue Reading →
Jane Austen’s Dearest Friendship with Miss Sharp Still Resonates Today
You would have held the memory of your friend Jane too in tender regret I am sure. - But the Providence of God has restored me - & may I be more fit to appear before him when I am summoned, than I sh'd have been now! - Sick or Well, beleive me ever your... Continue Reading →