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Art. 18. Emma. By the Author of 'Pride and Prejudice,' &c. 12mo. 3 Vols. 1l. 1s. Boards. Murray. 1816.
If this novel can scarcely be termed a composition, because it contains but one ingredient, that one is, however, of sterling worth; being a strain of genuine natural humour, such as is seldom found conjointly with the complete purity of images and ideas which is here conspicuous. The character of Mr Woodhouse, with his 'habits of gentle selfishness,' is admirably drawn, and the dialogue is easy and lively. The fair reader may also glean by the way some useful hints against forming romantic schemes, or indulging a spirit of patronage in defiance of sober reason; and the work will probably become a favourite with all those who seek for harmless amusement, rather than deep pathos or appalling horrors, in works of fiction. [complete]
Provided by Julie A. Shaffer, November 1999.
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