{"product_id":"book-the-mapp-and-lucia-novels-folio-society-24042","title":"The Mapp and Lucia Novels E.F. Benson Folio Society 1994 1st ed. 6 Vol. Ledwidge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Mapp and Lucia Novels, by E.F. Benson (6v.), introduction by Brian Masters, six leaves of illustrations by Natacha Ledwidge in each volume. Full cloth (in a different colour for each volume) with an illustration by Ledwidge. Lilac six-volume slipcase titled in gold. 1. Queen Lucia. Lilac cloth decorated in dark red. Pale pink endleaves. 244 pp. 2. Miss Mapp. Blue-grey cloth decorated in dark blue. Pale blue endleaves. 236 pp. 3. Lucia in London. Lilac-grey cloth decorated in purple-grey. Blue endleaves, 234 pp. 4. Mapp and Lucia. Pale pink-grey cloth decorated in dark brown. Pale pink endleaves. 282 pp. 5. Lucia's Progress. Pale blue-grey cloth decorated in dark blue. Pale blue endleaves. 234 pp. 6. Trouble for Lucia. Pale grey-blue cloth decorated in dark brown, lilac endleaves. 234 pp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:90%;\"\u003e(Edition details are subject to the condition notes and photographs of this copy.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBenson's Mapp and Lucia novels are sparkling social comedies centred on the rivalry between two formidable women determined to dominate their small-town social world. Lucia is cultured, ambitious and supremely confident, while Elizabeth Mapp is equally determined to maintain her own position at the centre of local society. Their battles over parties, gossip, cultural events and social prestige turn apparently trivial matters into wonderfully elaborate campaigns. Benson's affectionate satire of snobbery and social competition makes the series a classic of English comic fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn good overall condition. A few small dents to the slipcase, lightly faded case and spines, small stain on spine of Queen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Folio Vault\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFolio Vault is an independent bookseller specialising in pre-owned Folio Society books. We have been buying and selling books in the UK since 2019 and expanded to the US in 2025.\u003cbr\u003eEvery book is carefully checked, with photographs and condition notes so you can buy with confidence. We pack every order securely and ship worldwide.\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're looking to buy or sell books, please get in touch. Our team is always happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folio Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55823354855763,"sku":"2026_11_45_24042","price":63.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/2951\/6883\/files\/2026_11_10_3.jpg?v=1794319252","url":"https:\/\/thefoliovault.com\/products\/book-the-mapp-and-lucia-novels-folio-society-24042","provider":"Folio Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}