{"product_id":"pride-and-prejudice-second-peacock-edition","title":"Pride and Prejudice Second Peacock Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e6b, Jane Austen. Illustrated by Hugh Thomson. Chiswick Press: Charles Whittingham and co. London. 1895 \u003cstrong\u003eSecond Peacock printing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePride and Prejudice\u003c\/em\u003e is a classic novel by Jane Austen, first published in 1813. It follows the story of Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates issues of love, class, and social expectations in 19th-century England. Central to the novel is her evolving relationship with the proud and wealthy Mr. Darcy, whose initial arrogance gradually gives way to humility and affection. Through witty dialogue and keen social commentary, Austen critiques the limited roles available to women and explores the complexities of marriage and morality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1894 “Peacock Edition” of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePride and Prejudice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, written by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eJane Austen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, is one of the most famous and visually striking bindings in book history. Published by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eGeorge Allen \u0026amp; Sons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, it was designed by the renowned illustrator \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHugh Thomson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe binding is called the “Peacock Edition” because of its elaborate cover design, featuring a large peacock with its tail feathers spread across the front in gold and dark blue. The design reflects the elegance and wit of the novel, while also capturing the ornate, decorative style popular in late Victorian bookmaking. Thomson also illustrated the interior with charming, detailed drawings that complement the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful Peacock 2nd edition. Elaborate gilt designs to upper cover and spine. Bright. Three edge gilt. Clear protective dust jacket. Fully intact. Very good condition. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moons Rare Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56953846956198,"sku":null,"price":5950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/moons-rare-books.myshopify.com\/products\/pride-and-prejudice-second-peacock-edition","provider":"Moons Rare Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}