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Emma: A novel in three volumes, 1816
George was an avid reader of novels, and particularly of Jane Austen’s sharp social commentaries, keeping a set of her works in each of his residences. Emma was dedicated to the prince after Austen was given a tour of Carlton House by his librarian James Stanier Clarke, who hinted that such a dedication would be much appreciated. Austen obliged but was critical of George, deploring his poor treatment of his wife, Caroline.
Presented on behalf of the author
Presented on behalf of the author