Marjolein Bastin – Illustratör

Gems of literature in a luxurious and unique design by Marjolein Bastin. Discover anew the compelling world of Jane Eyre.As a penniless orphan, Jane Eyre endures a dismal childhood at the hands of her callous aunt, and her adolescent transition to boarding school provides little relief. But despite such adversity, she manages to transcend the social strictures of the nineteenth century, maturing into a confident and independent woman. Jane experiences true friendship, even love, until the revelation of a terrible secret casts dark clouds on the lives of everyone around her.The Marjolein Bastin Classics Series is a chance to rediscover classic literature in collectible, luxuriously illustrated volumes. For the first time ever, the internationally celebrated artwork of Marjolein Bastin brings to life a timeless classic, Jane Eyre, the story of a penniless orphan who finds love and friendship despite great adversity. Bastin’s series adds elaborately designed ephemera, such as four-color maps, letters, family trees, and sheet music. Whether as a gift for a Brontë devotee or a treat for yourself, the Marjolein Bastin Classics Series is perfect for anyone who feels a connection to these enduring literary gems.

Gems of literature in a luxurious, uniquely designed series by Marjolein Bastin. Discover anew the dramatic world of Wuthering Heights. The Marjolein Bastin Classics Series is a chance to rediscover classic literature in collectible, luxuriously illustrated volumes. For the first time ever, the internationally celebrated artwork of Marjolein Bastin graces the pages of a timeless classic, Wuthering Heights, the story of Heathcliff and Catherine. Beyond bringing these stories to life, Bastin’s series adds elaborately designed ephemera, such as four-color maps, letters, family trees, and sheet music. Whether an ideal gift for a Brontë devotee or a treat to yourself, the Marjolein Bastin Classics Series, as a set or individually purchased, is perfect for anyone who feels a connection to these enduring literary gems.Discover anew the dramatic world of Wuthering Heights. The Earnshaw family estate of Wuthering Heights lies in the rough moorland of West Yorkshire; it is here that orphan boy Heathcliff finds a permanent home with Mr. Earnshaw, his son Hindley, and his daughter Catherine. While Hindley torments his new brother, Catherine welcomes him into the family, and the two become inseparable. After Mr. Earnshaw’s death, however, Heathcliff becomes an outcast and Hindley squanders his inheritance. Catherine feels compelled to marry the wealthy neighbor, Edgar Linton, instead of her true love. Heathcliff is crushed, vowing to seek revenge on both families. Torn by his conflicting passions, Heathcliff risks everything for love, and neither time nor space—not even death—will stop him.

Gems of literature in a luxurious and unique design by Marjolein Bastin – rediscover the dramatic story of the Dashwood sisters in Sense and Sensibility.The Marjolein Bastin Classics Series is a chance to rediscover classic literature in collectible, luxuriously illustrated volumes. For the first time ever, the internationally celebrated artwork of Marjolein Bastin graces the pages of a timeless classic, Sense and Sensibility, the story of the Dashwood sisters. Beyond bringing these stories to life, Bastin’s series adds elaborately designed ephemera, such as four-color maps, letters, family trees, and sheet music. Discover anew the dramatic world of Sense and Sensibility. The happy and carefree childhood of sisters Elinor and Marianne Dashwood comes to an abrupt end with the death of their father. The family is suddenly penniless and pushed out of their home, leaving the two young ladies with one sole hope: a good marriage. After moving into the cottage of a remote relative, the spirited Marianne falls in love much too quickly. In the meantime, the more intellectual Elinor sees her chances for a happy marriage fade when she discovers the man for whom she’s fallen is already engaged. Sense and Sensibility is the story of two dissimilar sisters fighting for their happiness in the face of the strict social conventions of early eighteenth-century England.

Rediscover Jane Austen’s beloved classic in a truly elegant format illustrated by Marjolein Bastin—both a reading experience and a beautiful keepsake.In early nineteenth-century England, Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters are under pressure to secure their future by suitable marriages, but limited fortunes and rigid social rules make this challenging. When amiable neighbor Mr. Bingley arrives with his haughty friend Mr. Darcy, tensions arise, pride is tested, and hearts are stirred. Through misunderstandings, alliances, and revelations, Austen weaves a rich tapestry of love, class, and character.This deluxe edition is destined to become a favorite among Austen devotees—whether as a gift for a special occasion or simply to treat yourself. The elegant design and collectible additions make it ideal for readers who cherish not just the story, but the world that Austen created. Perfect for fans of Wuthering Heights and other Austen classics, this edition of Pride and Prejudice is sure to delight. Inside, you’ll find:Luxurious, full-page illustrations by internationally celebrated artist Marjolein Bastin that bring the world of Regency England to lifeCustom ephemera carefully woven into the narrative: four-color maps, detailed family trees, vintage-style letters, and authentic period sheet musicUnabridged text of Austen’s novel, preserving every word, wit, and insight.

The exquisite illustrations of Marjolein Bastin meet timeless text in this elegant special edition of an English masterpiece. The Marjolein Bastin Classics Seriesis a chance to rediscover classic literature in collectible, luxuriously illustrated volumes. For the first time ever, the internationally celebrated artwork of Marjolein Bastin graces the pages of the timeless classic, Emma, the story of the well-meaning matchmaker of Highbury village. Beyond bringing these stories to life, Bastin’s series adds elaborately designed ephemera, such as letters, invitations, and more. Whether an ideal gift for an Austen devotee or a treat for yourself, The Marjolein Bastin Classics Series, as a set or individually purchased, is perfect for anyone who feels a connection to these enduring literary gems.Discover anew the dramatic world of Emma. Emma Woodhouse is the most influential young woman in the tranquil village of Highbury, where she lives with her father. As a rich heiress, she is absolutely determined never to marry, though she entertains herself with all kinds of matchmaking attempts for her friends and acquaintances. Doing so causes a number of misunderstandings and embarrassments, to the point that Mr. Knightley, the family’s closest friend, intervenes and sharply criticizes Emma. While Emma admits her mistake and makes attempts at gradual damage control, she falls in love after all. . . .

The exquisite illustrations of Marjolein Bastin meet timeless text in this elegant special edition of an American literary masterpiece.Discover anew the world of Little Women – the 1860s, the turbulent days of the American Civil War, and four sisters as different as they could be: Meg, who likes to approach everything rationally and reasonably; Jo, a nonconformist with literary ambitions; tender Beth, who tries to keep the peace; and Amy, the baby of the family who tends to take herself and her position in society a little too seriously. While their father is off fighting the war, the four girls must learn to get by with just their mother while realizing that it isn’t easy for young women to establish their place in the world. Despite numerous obstacles, the sisters carry on and become independent adults, each in her own way, but without losing sight of the importance of family.The Marjolein Bastin Classics Series , featuring the internationally celebrated artwork of Marjolein Bastin, is a chance to rediscover classic literature in collectible, luxuriously illustrated volumes. Bastin’s series adds elaborately designed ephemera, such as a self-made newspaper, a map, an invitation, and more. Whether as a gift for a Louisa May Alcott devotee or a treat for yourself, the Marjolein Bastin Classics Series is perfect for anyone who feels a connection to enduring literary gems.

An exciting new take on a literary classic, The Jane Austen Escape Room Book is sure to delight and intrigue fans, old and new, of Jane Austen and Pride and Prejudice.This elegant book presents a chance to experience a classic piece of literature in an all-new way: The Jane Austen Escape Room Book combines the characters you know and love with the intrigue of mystery as you solve puzzles and riddles to help Elizabeth find her way back to the arms of Mr. Darcy. This thrilling new take on the adored Pride and Prejudice, exquisitely illustrated by Marjolein Bastin, is the perfect gift for the Jane Austen fan in your life!