1814's Georgian Set of Antique Fiction Books Maria Edgeworth

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This is a set of 3 antique fiction books, Popular Tales by Maria Edgeworth. An English language, hard bound 3 … Read more This is a set of 3 antique fiction books, Popular Tales by Maria Edgeworth. An English language, hard bound 3 volume set of novels, dating to the Georgian period, published 1814.

A prolific novelist of adult and children's literature, Maria Edgeworth (1768 - 1849) was born in Oxfordshire before moving to Ireland. Her best-known work Castle Rackrent was an Irish Catholic story of familial decline. Other works include the children's stories The Parent's Assistant of 1796 and the story of interracial marriage Belinda (1801). With a keen interest in politics, Edgeworth held views on the Act of Union, early feminist ideals and the equal education for girls.

Each displaying a good antique order, lightly time-worn and intact
Hard bound with marbled paper covers and gold titling to the spine
Published in English across 330, 330 and 343 pages respectively
Personalised to the inside cover to a Jane Leader in May 1815
Some featured titles include Limerick Gloves, The Lottery and The Contrast

This is a charming Georgian period set of 3 antique Popular Tales books, with an early 19th century take on various topics. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 11cm (4.25'')
Max Depth: 2.5cm (1'')
Max Height: 18.5cm (7.25'') See less