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Eminent Lives Box Set HC Jane Austen Mozart Da Vinci Scudder Edition Near Fine. Jane Austen by Carol Shields. Leonardo da Vinci by Sherwin B. Nuland. Series: Eminent Lives – concise biographies by renowned writers. Mozart by Peter Gay. Moderate rubbing and edge wear visible. Bindings square and tight. Offered here is a beautifully preserved box set of three hardcovers from the Eminent Lives biography series—each volume written by a celebrated author and offering concise, insightful portraits of some of history’s most influential minds. This special edition was produced exclusively for Scudder Private Investment Counsel, featuring elegant uniform bindings and a custom slipcase. --- 📘 Titles Included: 1. Jane Austen by Carol Shields A graceful, perceptive biography by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Carol Shields, capturing the intellect, wit, and inner life of one of English literature’s most beloved novelists. 2. Leonardo da Vinci by Sherwin B. Nuland A penetrating look at the genius and contradictions of Leonardo, penned by National Book Award-winner and medical historian Dr. Nuland. 3. Mozart by Peter Gay A vivid biography by historian Peter Gay, illuminating the life, complexities, and musical brilliance of the famed composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. --- 📦 Condition Details: Books: Condition: Near Fine Crisp, clean pages No writing, underlining, or foxing Dust jackets bright and intact with only the faintest shelf wear Bindings square and tight Slipcase Box: Condition: Good Structurally sound Moderate rubbing and edge wear visible Presents well overall but shows typical cosmetic wear from shelf handling This is an ideal gift set or collectible for readers of biography, literature lovers, or those interested in cultural history. --- 🔎 Product Highlights: Series: Eminent Lives – concise biographies by renowned writers Binding: Hardcover with dust jackets Edition: Scudder Private Investment Counsel edition (uncommon/limited distribution) Audience: General readers, scholars, biography enthusiasts Publication: Atlas Books / HarperCollins Language: English Origin: United States