Pride and Prejudice: Illustrations by Marjolein Bastin

Jane Austen

Andrews McMeel Publishing, Mar 2, 2021 - Fiction - 288 pages

Rediscover Jane Austen's beloved classic in a truly elegant format illustrated by Marjolein Bastin--both a reading experience and a beautiful keepsake.

In early nineteenth-century England, Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters are under pressure to secure their future by suitable marriages, but limited fortunes and rigid social rules make this challenging. When amiable neighbor Mr. Bingley arrives with his haughty friend Mr. Darcy, tensions arise, pride is tested, and hearts are stirred. Through misunderstandings, alliances, and revelations, Austen weaves a rich tapestry of love, class, and character.

This deluxe edition is destined to become a favorite among Austen devotees--whether as a gift for a special occasion or simply to treat yourself. The elegant design and collectible additions make it ideal for readers who cherish not just the story, but the world that Austen created.

Inside, you'll find:

• Luxurious, full-page illustrations by internationally celebrated artist Marjolein Bastin that bring the world of Regency England to life
• Custom ephemera carefully woven into the narrative: four-color maps, detailed family trees, vintage-style letters, and authentic period sheet music
• Unabridged text of Austen's novel, preserving every word, wit, and insight.

About the author

Jane Austen's life is striking for the contrast between the great works she wrote in secret and the outward appearance of being quite dull and ordinary. Austen was born in the small English town of Steventon in Hampshire, and educated at home by her clergyman father. She was deeply devoted to her family. For a short time, the Austens lived in the resort city of Bath, but when her father died, they returned to Steventon, where Austen lived until her death at the age of 41. Austen was drawn to literature early, she began writing novels that satirized both the writers and the manners of the 1790's. Her sharp sense of humor and keen eye for the ridiculous in human behavior gave her works lasting appeal. She is at her best in such books as Pride and Prejudice (1813), Mansfield Park (1814), and Emma (1816), in which she examines and often ridicules the behavior of small groups of middle-class characters. Austen relies heavily on conversations among her characters to reveal their personalities, and at times her novels read almost like plays. Several of them have, in fact, been made into films. She is considered to be one of the most beloved British authors. Marjolein Bastin's passion for the natural world is of a universal quality that appeals to people the world over. You can find Marjolein's artwork on greeting cards, calendars, dinnerware, bedding, gifts, and many other products. But for Marjolein, only one thing remains important: spending every day behind her desk painting the natural world around her. She also writes and illustrates children's books featuring the endearing Vera the Mouse character, which she created. Through her art and words, Marjolein offers people a simple reminder to pause and enjoy nature and allow it to be a source of serenity, energy, and healing. Finding inspiration in a bird lighting on a branch or a leaf drying in the autumn sun, Marjolein takes long walks each afternoon to seek new ideas for her artwork and her writings. Marjolein and her husband, Gaston, divide their time between country homes in Holland, Switzerland, and in Missouri, as well a tropical retreat in the Cayman Islands. Each setting provides a unique glimpse of what nature has to offer throughout the world. The couple has a son, Mischa, a daughter, Sanna, and two grandchildren.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Pride and Prejudice: Illustrations by Marjolein Bastin; Marjolein Bastin Classics Series
• Author: Jane Austen
• Illustrated by: Marjolein Bastin
• Edition: illustrated
• Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2021
• ISBN: 1524861758, 9781524861759
• Length: 288 pages
• Subjects: Fiction / Classics; Fiction / Historical / General; Fiction / Literary; Fiction / Media Tie-In; Fiction / Romance / Historical / Regency; Fiction / Romance / Historical / Victorian