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Jane Austen's copy of Curiosities of Literature sells for US$215,900

Bidding closed on 8 December 2023 through Sotheby's in New York

An extraordinary piece of literary history has surfaced for Jane Austen aficionados. Distinguished from her renowned novels, this unique item is a copy of once owned by the author. Often shrouded in mystery, Austen has long intrigued historians and literary scholars who have sought to unravel the details of her enigmatic life. Adorned with her signature and annotations, this volume provides

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