Persuasion

Discover the story of Jane Austin's Persuasion with this exquisite edition from Union Square & Co.'s Signature Gilded Editions series! The stunning Persuasionspecial edition features sprayed edges, color end pages, a built-in ribbon bookmark, and embossed foil cover. The beautiful design and attention to detail set this special edition book apart, whether you're reading for the first time or building a library of your favorite classic literature books.

Eight years ago, Anne Elliot followed the advice of Lady Russell, her only true friend, and broke off her engagement to the dashing young naval officer Frederick Wentworth. When Anne and the now wealthy Captain Wentworth cross paths years later, it is clear that he has neither forgotten--nor forgiven--their past. Can true love survive heartbreak? Who should we listen to in matters of the heart? Filled with Jane Austen's trademark wit, Persuasion is both a delightful romantic comedy and a surprisingly subversive exploration of our need to persuade, and be persuaded by, others.

Persuasion was written by Jane Austin in 1816 when she was very ill and was first published in 1817. Considered to be one of her best works, Persuasion is often ranked among the greatest novels in the English language. It tells the story of Anne Elliot, a young woman who is persuaded to break off her engagement before eventually weighing the option to give the relationship another chance. The novel is beautifully written and explores complex themes such as love, loss, and second chances, in addition to exposing how the social and cultural norms of Regency England impacted relationships of the time.

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Published Dec 18, 2019

249 pages

Average rating: 7.73

383 RATINGS

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Readers say *Persuasion* is a beautifully written, slow-burning romance appreciated for its relatable, deeply human characters—especially Anne Elliot....

Miss Scarlett
Dec 22, 2025
10/10 stars
Maybe it was the most melancholic Austen novel, as Virginia Woolf has mentioned occasionally. In my opinion, it is one of the most romantic ones, together with Pride and Prejudice. Enriquetta and Louisa seem to be quite similar to the two younger Bennet sisters. I think Jane Austen shows here a more mature way of depiction, and is more direct toward the characters that have bad intentions. The romantic story, through time, is interesting, because here we can see an old love story coming to life again thanks to a new encounter, which is lovely and different from other Austen novels. The most of the secondary characters have "ugly personalities" in this novel, and I firmly believe that's all about Ana and Capt. Wentworth. The whole novel is a silent poem, between gaze and gaze. PS. Loved the references to Lord Byron and Sir Walter Scott!!!
abookwanderer
Oct 09, 2025
6/10 stars
Persuasion is no Pride and Prejudice. Although, there are a lot of similarities. I listened to the audiobook version of this for most of the middle chapters, but I had a hard time staying interested. The last two chapters finally pulled me in, and it was all worth it when I read those words, “I am half agony, half hope.” Gutted!

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Lidz
Sep 19, 2025
8/10 stars
Jane Austen’s ‘Persuasion’ is a perfectly wonderful romance for this time of year, the autumnal setting and sweet themes of second chance romance, friendship, and longings of the heart make for the perfect cozy read. Not as witty as some of her other books, Austen really creates a unique entry with ‘Persuasion.’ Anne Eliot is a mature, self composed, kindhearted heroine that makes this book one that I thoroughly enjoy coming back to over and over again.
chxrrymad
Sep 09, 2025
9/10 stars
Wanted to kill that damned lady
JaneSays13
Jul 05, 2025
My favorite heroine of all theJane Austen books.

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