I have bought these nice Paddywax Library candles as gifts for my friends and for myself. The candles I have bought for my female friends were the Jane Austen candles. The Jane Austen candle scent is pleasant and light with its combination of gardenia, tuberose, and jasmine. I can just imagine strolling through Jane Austen's English garden right now! I like how Paddywax added the Jane Austen quote, "There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort" on both the candle and library card file candle box. This Jane Austen candle would make the perfect gift for Jane Austen fans, those who love gardens, and those who simply love to read books. I also have the Edgar Allan Poe candle with its fragrant combination of cardamom, absynth, and sandalwood. It has a stronger scent than the Jane Austen candle, but it's unique in scent as well. The quote on the library box and candle for Mr. Poe is: "All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream". These are soy wax candles that burn a maximum of 60 hours. If you are stumped on trying to find a small gift for somebody you know, want to give a housewarming gift for an individual, or want to have an extra gift handy for additional company visiting you during the holidays, I would recommend these Paddywax Library candles. The candles are unique and add a little extra inspiration to any room!