SOME OF THE GORGEOUS VERSIONS OF JANE AUSTEN’S TIMELESS NOVELS
In this year 2025, the world and life of Jane Austen celebrates big anniversaries. Not only is Austen’s December birthday marking 250 years, but the two iconic adaptations of her novel Pride and Prejudiced also have BIG celebratory anniversaries this year. So yeah, if ever there would a year to celebrate Austen in a big way, this would be one of them. As a silly little way to further the confetti this week, we’re looking at some of the gorgeous editions of Jane Austen books you can currently snag from your favorite bookstore.
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SOME OF THE GORGEOUS VERSIONS OF JANE AUSTEN’S TIMELESS NOVELS. Looking at some of the gorgeous different editions of #JaneAusten novels. #ClassicFiction #ClassicLit #PrideandPrejudice Share on XJane Austen wrote six novels (two published posthumously), and in publication order, they are the following. Sense and Sensibility (1811), Pride and Prejudice (1813), Mansfield Park (1814), and Emma (1816); Northanger Abbey and Persuasion in 1817. The first four of which are described as being “modest successes.” From gold foiled edges to modern lines and colors, there will be an edition that suits everyone no matter your taste or what “look” you want on your shelf. I cannot attest to changes in text or if there are any alternations to any of the stories in these editions, but if you’re looking more for some bookshelf candy rather than a book to read (because probably most Austen fans already own that well worn copy that is perfect for re-reads) or a pretty gift to put a bow on, well then some of these are stunners.
GORGEOUS JANE AUSTEN BOOK EDITIONS
THE JANE AUSTEN COLLECTION, laser-cut editions
Descriptions have these as being a “textured book with foil stamping” and as that finishing touch, these editions feature a “delicate laser-cute jacket.” Harper Muse publishes these, and I do own a few. They are indeed quite delicate and gorgeous.
Books on Goodreads
Emma | Mansfield Park | Northanger Abbey | Persuasion | Pride and Prejudice | Sense and Sensibility
PAGE CLASSICS
From what Amazon calls a small business, these classic editions are dubbed as “beautifully designed” and feature “modern covers – perfect for collectors and readers alike.”
Books on Goodreads
Emma | Persuasion | Pride and Prejudice | Sense and Sensibility
PAINTED CLASSICS
These versions are stunners! I have one of these and it’s even prettier in person. According to the product page, some of the features of these editions have “Gold Foil Pages + Ribbon Markers; Sculptured Emboss Covers + Gold Foil Titles” plus also “High-design Interior Quote Pages.”
Books on Goodreads
Persuasion | Pride and Prejudice
PENGUIN CLOTHBOUND CLASSICS
Packaging from Coralie Bickford-Smith is what these editions boast. I don’t know if I’d snag these, but I do admire the simplicity of the editions.
Books on Goodreads
Emma | Pride and Prejudice
PUFFIN in BLOOM
This line has three (that I can find) of Austen’s novels. Based on Amazon, these editions are called “beautiful, deluxe editions of beloved classics with cover illustrations by Anna Bond of Rifle Paper Co.” These are colorful and unique and would be sure to brighten any bookshelf!
Books on Goodreads
Emma | Pride and Prejudice | Sense and Sensibility
SIGNATURE EDITIONS, paperback
These have lots of stunning color, but also look a little more traditional compared to the hardcover editions of the Signature Editions.
Books on Goodreads
Mansfield Park | Northanger Abbey | Persuasion | Pride and Prejudice
SIGNATURE EDITIONS, hardcover
These are very bright and though they don’t appeal to someone who wants the era to look like the era (and I do if I’m watching a period drama), I’ll confess, I did pick up some of these. I think I may include one with a giveaway we’ll host here too. The Signature editions page (on Amazon) says these are “exclusive cover art by distinguished artist Malika Favre.”
Books on Goodreads
Emma | Mansfield Park | Northanger Abbey | Persuasion | Pride and Prejudice | Sense and Sensibility
UNION SQUARE, special editions
Based on their Amazon product page, these Union Square editions are described as being “exquisite” and is a part of the publisher’s “Signature Gilded Editions series.” These editions also say that they have “sprayed edges, ribbon bookmarks and foil covers.”
Books on Goodreads
Persuasion | Sense and Sensibility
WORDSWORTH COLLECTOR’S EDITIONS
These one would have and require only one word to describe them which is minimalist.
Books on Goodreads
Emma | Mansfield Park | Northanger Abbey | Persuasion | Pride and Prejudice | Sense and Sensibility
There are many other lines or editions such as the Masterpiece Library Editions; Peacock Editions (Independently Published); Wordsworth Classics and Wordsworth Heritage Collection
How many of these would you add to your shelf? Which ones would you want to add? Do you have a favorite Jane Austen story? Comment all of your thoughts below! Let’s talk.
Love Jane Austen? Browse our other recent Austen themed lists like Ranking the Mr. Darcy Characters or our revised Pride and Prejudice adaptations list!
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Such exquisite covers! Thank you for sharing.
There are SO many. Lots I missed adding too! :)