Sense & Sensibility by Jane Austen (Chiltern Publishing Hardback Edition)

Sense & Sensibility by Jane Austen - Classic Regency Romance

Discover Jane Austen's beloved debut novel, a witty and timeless tale of love, heartbreak and finding the balance between matters of the head and of the heart.

The story centres on the Dashwood family where the father, Mr Henry Dashwood, dies and his estate passes to his son from his first marriage, leaving his second wife and their three daughters - Elinor, Marianne and Margaret - destitute.  Forced to leave their family home, the move to a modest cottage in Devonshire on the estate of Mrs Daswhood's cousin, Sir John Middleton.  For Elinor and Marianne, their salvation lies in making a suitable match, but both must first overcome adversity.

Elinor (Sense) is reserved, prudent and composed.  She conceals deep heartbreak over the enigmatic Edward Ferrars, who is secretly entangled with another girl.  Marianne (Sensibility) is a passionate girl, impulsive and emotional.  She ignores social conventions and follows her heart, falling for the dashing but unsuitable John Willoughby.

As both sisters navigate a high-society world obsessed with status and fortune, they face betrayal, social scrutiny and intense personal challenges.  Sense and Sensibility is a sharp critique of 19th century social rules, exploring whether true happiness lies in cold reason or emotional extravagance.

Will the sisters find love?  Or will their opposing natures destroy their chance of a happy ending?  This beautiful Chiltern Publishing hardback edition is a must have for fans of romantic literature and witty social commentary. With wonderful original, detailed and embossed covers, sparkling gilt edges, cream art paper, ribbon markers and stitched binding they are simply the most beautiful classics ever published. This book has a matching lined journal (sold separately). They make a great gift when paired together but are also just as beautiful on their own.