Mansfield Park
Mansfield Park by Jane Austen is a reissue published by Penguin on April 29, 2003, featuring 544 pages in English. The novel follows Fanny Price, who is taken from her impoverished upbringing in Portsmouth to live with her wealthy relatives at Mansfield Park. As she navigates her new environment, Fanny remains acutely aware of her lower social standing, relying on her cousin Edmund as her only ally. The arrival of the glamorous Crawfords introduces a new dynamic, highlighting themes of social position and moral integrity.
Readers will find a nuanced exploration of class and relationships within the context of Regency-era England. The story delves into Fanny’s internal struggles and the contrasting values of those around her, particularly as the allure of London life and flirtation disrupts the established order. Mansfield Park stands out as one of Austen’s most profound works, characterized by its quiet heroine and subtle commentary on societal norms. This edition offers a comprehensive look at the complexities of human behavior and social expectations, making it a significant contribution to the literary canon.
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Taken from the poverty of her parents’ home in Portsmouth, Fanny Price is brought up with her rich cousins at Mansfield Park, acutely aware of her humble rank and with her cousin Edmund as her sole ally. During her uncle’s absence in Antigua, the Crawford’s arrive in the neighbourhood bringing with them the glamour of London life and a reckless taste for flirtation. Mansfield Park is considered Jane Austen’s first mature work and, with its quiet heroine and subtle examination of social position and moral integrity, one of her most profound.
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