Emma Woodhouse, an attractive, clever, and affluent young woman, is content with her life as a bachelor in a small community. Love and marriage hold no personal interest for her, but she enjoys meddling in the love lives of others. When Emma wants to match her friend Harriet Smith with a suitable partner, she ignores the advice of her good friend Mr. Knightley. The results, however, are different from what she expected, leading to unexpected twists and insights. With Emma, Jane Austen created a disarming heroine whose flaws can be as charming as they are irritating. This book is beloved for its sharp and subtle perspective on human relationships. This edition includes a new chronology, additional reading suggestions, and the original Penguin Classics introduction by Tony Tanner.