Persuasion (Barnes & Noble Collectible Editions) by Jane Austen

Jane Austen's final novel once again takes a clear-eyed, witty look at love, social pretensions, and emotional confusion. Eight years ago, Anne Elliot was happily engaged to Frederick Wentworth until her friend, Lady Russell, persuaded her that Frederick was unworthy. Now, Frederick has returned, a wealthy captain in the navy, while Anne's family verges on bankruptcy.