Some more breathtaking editions that are as beautiful on the outside as the stories within. From elegantly designed covers to vibrant modern styles, these stunning books are perfect for both display and reading
This stunning cover is also illustrated!
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (MinaLima Edition) by Lewis Carroll, MinaLima | Waterstones
The dark black with the floral details is just so elegant and it feels so classy
Emma by Jane Austen | Waterstones
This is my favourite by far and the reason I started with this collection- the Peach really reflects the girls in this book and I love it
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott | Waterstones
Possibly my favourite cloth bound but the dusty blue and grey is amazing and the thorns and roses work amazingly!
Wuthering Heights a book by Emily Bronte and Pauline Nestor.
It is THE classic and having the old style waves is a perfect nod to the history of this book
The Odyssey a book by Homer, E. V. Rieu, and D. C. H. Rieu.
The MOST classic western colours and for a good reason- just look at how stunning this is!
Classic Westerns: Zane Grey by Zane Grey | Waterstones
The different passport stamps on the perfect sea blue is so perfect for this book
Around the World in Eighty Days a book by Jules Verne.
Branching out from the Leather bounds- I love the word cloud covers at the minute as as a whole set they are just stunning!
Jane Austen Boxed Set by Jane Austen | Waterstones
A slightly softer green compliments the blue perfectly and makes the embossed words stand out so well!
Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery | Waterstones
Its a bit brighter and more lighthearted cover than most of the others but the Flamingo croquet clubs is a brilliant inclusion!
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass a book by Lewis Carroll and John Tenniel.
Fairytale book with the dreamiest fairytale cover
Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales by Hans Christian Andersen, Jan Pienkowski | Waterstones
A green and purple combination is always good and It really works for Jekyll and hyde!
Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde & Other Stories by Robert Louis Stevenson | Waterstones
I luckily got this at chatsworth house (IYKYK) and I love it so much- it’s also a really good size!
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen | Waterstones
Just the light grey with the blue on this is such a good combination
The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde | Waterstones
I really feel that these covers make the classics feel more exciting and less daunting!
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen | Waterstones
It is so crisp and so classic!
The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde, Robert Mighall | Waterstones
Another set where the collection together works so perfectly in creating the overall look!
Word Cloud Classics: Horror Collection by Editors of Canterbury Classics | Waterstones
I love the fun christmas snowflakes on this one- just picturing reading it by the fire next to the tree!
A Christmas Carol and Other Christmas Writings by Charles Dickens | Waterstones
I have this set right next to my bed and its so subtle but detailed and I love the shades
Jane Austen Premium Hardcover 6-Book Set
I wish i could explain how nice these covers feel! Theyre such a good bright alternative to the typical classic covers
Persuasion by Jane Austen | Waterstones
The perfect autumnal touch in such complimentary colours
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë, Stevie Davies | Waterstones
You rarely see collectable version of the jungle book but the orange on this really makes it pop!
The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling | Waterstones
i do love a good pink and blue combination!
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen, Professor Ros Ballaster | Waterstones
Aside from the leather barnes and noble version (see other list) this is far by one of my favourite covers for the grimm fairytales!
Grimms' Fairy Tales by George Cruikshank, Jacob Grimm | Waterstones
I love how vivid this is
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett | Waterstones
A more modern look which a bit more character than some of the other covers- I love this collection and their illustrations!
Beauty and the Beast, The (MinaLima Edition) by Gabrielle-Suzanna Barbot de Villenueve, MinaLima | Waterstones
You so rarely find pretty versions of lord of the rings but i love that these are so colourful!
The Lord of the Rings Collector's Box Set
The copies of Grimms fairy tales never dissapoint!