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Sense and Sensibility

Deluxe Painted Edition
By Jane Austen
Series: Harper Muse Classics: Painted Editions
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Featuring beautiful hand-painted cover art from artist Laci Fowler, this deluxe collector's edition of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility is a must-have for book lovers and literature fans. One of English literature's classic masterpieces—it is a gripping novel exploring themes of love, sense (rational thought) versus... Read More
Format: Hardback
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Featuring beautiful hand-painted cover art from artist Laci Fowler, this fine collector's edition of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility is a must-have for book lovers and literature fans.

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Featuring beautiful hand-painted cover art from artist Laci Fowler, this deluxe collector's edition of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility is a must-have for book lovers and literature fans. One of English literature's classic masterpieces—it is a gripping novel exploring themes of love, sense (rational thought) versus sensibility (emotions), gender roles in the eighteenth century, and the harmful effects of wealth and greed on relationships.

Sense and Sensibility follows the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, as they navigate love, heartbreak, and society after their father's death leaves them financially vulnerable. Elinor embodies sense—practicality, restraint, and emotional control—while Marianne represents sensibility—passion, spontaneity, and deep feeling. Their differing approaches shape their responses to challenges, leading to trials, misunderstandings, and growth. Through these experiences, Austen explores reason versus emotion, class, and moral integrity. In the end, both sisters balance heart and mind, learning that true happiness needs both sense and sensibility.

This beautiful and unique hand-painted edition is perfect for collectors, Jane Austen lovers, and fans of classic literature. Whether you're buying this as a gift or for yourself, this remarkable edition features:

  • a deluxe embossed and gold foiled hardcover featuring Laci Fowler's distinctive hand-painted art, perfect for standing out on any discerning fiction lover's bookshelf
  • story-inspired elements incorporated into the cover art as hidden delights for devoted fans
  • decorative interior pages printed on acid-free paper featuring memorable pull quotes distributed throughout
  • sewn binding, a matching ribbon marker, and painted page edges for a refined finish

Series: Harper Muse Classics: Painted Editions

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781400356607

Publisher: HarperCollins Focus

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 September 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Harper Muse

Contributors:

  • Other Laci Fowler

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

Jane Austen (1775-1817) was an English novelist whose work centred on social commentary and realism. Her works of romantic fiction are set among the landed gentry, and she is one of the most widely read writers in English literature.

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